your mum might need to detatch herself from them. it may be hard for her to keep them with her so she has decided to throw them out. she might not have realised this would upset you. have you tried speaking to her about it and asking her why she threw them out?

you are bound to feel upset looking at memories from the past, its always hard, especially if what you saw was good. but bad memories can make us equally as unhappy. it shows you were strong enough to be able to look through the papers, otherwise you just wouldnt have done it.

this feeling will pass soon enough, honest. but until then, just nourish them, and remember the good times, the good memories you have. thats what makes us who we are, our past. so honour it and accept it. i know its easier said than done but it can be done.

simon