Valerie Bertinelli says she's been 'talking' to her late mom as she writes her new book
The actress, 65, who is also recently pushed aside her anxiety to return to acting, shared a few thoughts with her fans on social media Friday.
'As I sat down at my computer to continue edits, and reading, and writing for my new book, (I'll let you know more when it gets closer to pub date) I started thinking about inspiration and how my work surface has changed through the years,' she began in the long post. .
'I've had this quote *Life does not put things in front of you that you are unable to handle* for what feels like forever, always sitting there, always reminding me,' the Bingo Blitz host said.
Speaking from personal experience she told her follower the saying 'has proven to be quite true.'
'Life may feel incredibly difficult and challenging sometimes, but I always get through it. And the happier, peaceful times far outweigh the difficult ones.'
She then revealed she had added an old photo of her mom, Nancy, who died in 2019.
Referring to the black and white snap of a young woman she write, 'This is her at 18, I think. Isn't she beautiful?'
The Hot in Cleveland star then revealed, 'I've been talking to her a lot lately.'
She continued sharing by stating, 'I know she hears me. I can feel it, but I wish she were here so I could see it in her eyes,'
Referencing her mom's sudden death nearly six years ago, the Valerie's Home Cooking author explained, 'There was so much left unsaid when she was alive. My regrets have passed, but I hope she knows how much I loved her.'
Many of the One Day at a Time star's fans wrote in sharing their own stories of love and loss.
'She's indeed beautiful Val. I have my favorite photo of my mother and I on my fridge. Some days I miss her terribly but always feel her presence,' wrote one follower.
'Reminds me of my mom who I lost in 22. I love remembering her and always find ways to bring her with me through life. Yaay for bringing your mom with you too as you create! ❤️❤️' commented another.
The actress's mother passed away suddenly in 2019. 'I've been talking to her a lot lately. I know she hears me. I can feel it, but I wish she were here so I could see it in her eyes,' she wrote; Pictured with Nancy and Andrew Bertinelli in Los Angeles in August 2012
Some expressed their thanks for her words of wisdom. 'You are healing and helping many people with your words,' stated a fan.
'I want you to know I really appreciate your honesty about life's challenges and emotions. It's really refreshing to read. Keep it coming Valerie!' declared another.
Sharing a photo from the end of her day on Thursday, the scribe wrote, 'I'v e written, read and edited many words today. My brain hurts.'
Last week Bertinelli revealed she had wrapped the acting project that had caused so much stress for her. 'That's a wrap! Color me grateful and happy,' she wrote on Instagram.
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