If anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things.

"Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable...if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things." Philippians 4:8

The mind is a powerful tool. To think on such things that are true, noble, right and pure, rather then on the ugly, harsh realities of this world is indeed a challenging-but rewarding-endeavor. Mom's death has provided amazing opportunities for self reflection and lots of time to think. Transforming our minds to think on things that are Holy, rather than earthly, enables us to refocus our eyes on heaven, giving God the glory, no matter the circumstance. My prayer for you, friends and family, is that you will think on SUCH things. It's what Mom would do.