Reply #3: I am so very sorry for your loss.

[RevCheesehead]

And the circumstances must have made it even more painful for you. :hug:

I, too, am coming up on the 1-year anniversary of Mom's death, and feel the fear and trepidation creeping up on me. Please know that the people of this group are incredible, and will offer hugs, and ear, and whatever else you need.

Love survives. Love is stronger than death (I'm pretty sure that's in the Bible somewhere). And the love you shared is still very much alive. Honor that with your tears, and give thanks for having that amazing gift in your life for 23 years.