This was such a touching post and I can only say that everything about it made me think of my own mother and family.

Your mother gave up so much of her life, but I can tell you that she gave it up willingly, because that is what a loving mother does. There is no me for mother, there is only what she can do to secure a better life for you filled with love. I can tell that she raised you well because you are indeed giving back what she gave to you.

I admire you for taking the time in the patience to be the loving son she raised and be her companion as you escort her to her home where she grew up. I hope that the journey is able to be done and I wish you both well as you travel together.

I look forward to seeing what your mother made for her spring hats.

May you have an amazing day and many blessings to those that take care of their own.