My own mother passed away a few years back. Not sure one entirely gets over it. I wish you well.

Great picture! eHug coming your way from me.

You have our unwaivering faith in your abilities !!

Aww sweetness I'm so sorry your heart aches. Remember the great times and love on those for a while (((@evestrat)))

I always say I am a very lucky person, my mom in her 90's is still around, she still recognize me and it dawn on me that to get to see your children retired from such a hard journey in life is a very special priviledge not everyone affords, so I was happy today seeing my mom even if I was raised by my grandma. To hear the elders tell stories of my grandma and her older sister bootleging days was priceless... Heil to our Mothers of the planet earth ...all species!

You have no idea how lucky you are with a stepmother that actually mothered you. I did not shed a tear when my step witch died, and I actually kept my kids away from her and my dad because they were so toxic. I raise a glass to your step mom, who apparently did not recognize the step and loved you as her own.

She sounds like a very special person whose memories will always be treasured.

I'm glad you got to know such love.

She would be thrilled if she knew how much you cared for her. I hope she did.

I'm sorry you had such a rough day today Evelyn.
I hope tomorrow will be better.

I talked with my mom for an hour today. I can imagine how you feel. And know it'll hit me someday.