My heart goes out to you at this time. I felt much of what you are feeling, 16 years ago when my mom died suddenly and unexpectedly (it was all over in less than 7 minutes).

I can relate to what everyone has written, those who have lost their mum. The ties between a mother and daughter are like no other. Similar to Marigold, I lost my mum after a short 36 years. It wasn't long enough! All these years later, I still read something or see something on TV and reach for the phone to share it with her. However, it is easier now than it was those first 6 months.

Karen's poem is lovely. All my life, I was told I looked like my Dad (my brother takes after mum more). As the years pass, I DO glance in a mirror now and then, and think I see mum.

Hugs to you.