Think it's because we're so awesome?

First of all, I didn't know abouy your loss of your mother until now and I am very sorry to hear that. Though I cannot say that my mom and I are very close, I don't know how would be like if she were gone. I'm from a country with no endearments, hugs and kisses between family and we rarely show our affection to anyone, especially to your own family, but I think I am going to tell her to say thank you.
I hope you will have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas this year.