It has been two and half months since my Mom passed away from pancreatic cancer, and I still can't believe she is gone. My sister, stepdad, and I spent most of yesterday sorting through her belongings, deciding what we wanted to keep for remembrance, and what should be donated to charity. It was a very bittersweet experience as we reminisced about some things, shared some tears, and a couple of laughs too.

My Mom's dearest friend, and neighbour came over to see us, and was surprised at how Diane, and I divided things up without any squabbling. I cannot say I was shocked by her thoughts as I have seen siblings go at each other's throats when the time comes to divide a parent's estate. Yet, for Diane and I, we both know that no one material object could ever bring back our Mom or take away the good memories we will always hold in our hearts. To quote my sister "we already have had the very best of our Mother."

I do feel accomplished today, and I feel like the healing of my own broken heart has begun. I also miss my Mom like crazy right now as I want to pick up the phone, and tell her all about how the day went.....