Didier, I lost my Mom about 8 years ago. To this day, when I use something that belonged to her, I tend to get misty eyed [a recipe in her handwriting does it to me all the time]. I think that if you have had a good relationship with your parents, it is extremely hard to lose them. My best suggestion is to remember and savor every good moment you can when the sadness hits. And reread Gary's post often. Amy