Mary,
After reading your post, I just sat pondering what you've said and how each of us is affected when we lose a parent. No matter how mature or independent we may be, at this time we are once again children.
I am so glad you have a close family, not only for the support they provide right now, but for the comfort in the common bond of having had this remarkable woman in your lives. I lost my father when I was nine, but I still find myself telling others how I wish they could have known him.
I am so sorry for you and your family...just from what I know of you from this forum, I wish I could have known your Mom.
Take care,
susanne
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