Laurie - I'm so sorry for what you're going through - my heartfelt sympathy to you and all your family.
It's a painful time to get through - I share your pain . When my Mum went (three years ago) I thought I was so prepared and I was going to cope. Huh - you're never prepared when someone you love dies.
I know you'll be keeping busy - doing things - but do keep little bits of time for YOU. Time to sit and remember and cry. It really does help.. Be prepared - the pain never goes sweetheart - it lessens.
She sounded a great sort of Mum - mine was a bit like that
I'm sending big cuddly {{{{{HUGS}}}}}}} across the miles to a lovely lady who's hurting xxxxx

RIP Laurie's dear Mum.

Lynne