A mother is she who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take. Cardinal Mermillod When a mother dies, often the center of the family is gone. The holiday rituals, the special birthday celebrations for children and grandchildrenthe memories are often held by the mother. A mother is a caretaker, a best friend, a source of sagelike wisdom. Losing her can be a traumatic experience. In the Letting Go is...