What About Mom?

My mom is without her lifelong partner for the first time in 53 years.  She went from her dad's house to my dad's house when she married him.  They raised their kids together, both working to provide a home, food, and education.  We took vacations together, traveling the country by car every couple years, stopping to visit relatives on the way.  When the nest emptied they were able to make trips, just the two of them, mostly on cruise ships.  They learned ballroom dancing together and would hit the dance floor most friday nights.  I loved watching them, they were really good!  All this she did with Dad for 53. 7 years.  A daughter can be a wonderful friend I'm sure, but clearly NO ONE else can be there for Mom like her honey could.  Having realized that, I will therefore do it anyway.