I'm sorry you're missing your mom today. Isn't it nice to have something like that cake to remind you of them? I have cried like a baby while sewing because it reminds me of my Grandmother was a seamstress for years and years.
Before it began to be very tired I would use her old kitchen mixer, which helped me feel closer to her when I cooked. And when I really miss her I wear her locket. I don't have many of her things, just the ones that make me feel most special, I supose I'm lucky that way.
So tell us, how did your cake turn out?