Such a sad story.

I actually had a mom pass away. It was the first child I had. He was here part-time for 4 months. He was going to be gone for a few months as mom was off work for a bit. A month later I got a call saying mom had passed away suddenly and could I take the boy back sooner than anticipated. I was devastated. She was the same age as me. I attended the funeral and sent flowers. I have cared for the boy up until June of this year.