I know the feeling also. My Mom was my best friend, it has been 10 years and I still have a hole in my heart. I started quilting a few years ago on Mom's old 401 singer. I feel her with me everytime I set at that machine and hear her say just take it easy you can fix any mistake. Mom made all our clothes (5 girls) when we were little. Money was very hard to come by but we always had a new dress for the holidays. I love and Miss my Mom so much.