It's been a proper ride the last few weeks. Responses and messages from this thread have been supportive and welcome.
My mother passed away last week and we'll have services this upcoming weekend. During her hospitalization, she just wasn't able to recover enough in terms of both physical and mental health. After making a decision to pursue comfort care, her remaining time was much more comfortable. For that we are grateful.
So, off you go, Lynnell Rae, you were a terrific parent and sibling, a fierce warrior for what was right and a grand master at any instrument containing 88 keys.
Thanks to all on this thread. And after experiencing the loss of a sister and a parent this spring, I'll be joining a grief therapy group for a bit. Time for some self care.