Charles:
What a wonderful testament to a Mom. It is clearly certain that not only was your Mom the greatest person in the world to you, your brothers and sisters, she was also one of the most loved. That was beautifully expressed in your Ode to Your Mom.
My family and my condolences to you and yours in this time of sadness and tears, but remember your Mom is with Jesus, and in the House of Our Father. This was just a new door opening onto another journey that she is to take.
As my better half always says,
"When God closes a door, He always opens a window"
I hope this offers some comfort.. it has for me for many years...
The Lord bless you and keep you!
The Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you;
The Lord lift His countenance upon you, and give you (+)peace.
Numbers 6:22-26
Amen, Amen, Amen