history: My mother passed away a while back. I still use all of her favorite cooking pots when I cook. Its a great reminder. I still use all of my mothers cooking pots. She passed away a few years ago. Its a great reminder of her. That is so wonderful that you have something of hers.  I'm so sorry you lost her.  That is so difficult.  Did she love cooking?
current: Yes and she was very good at it. I can still see her cooking my favorite dishes when I use them. 
next: You still have her right there with you!  Its wonderful to know that you're keeping her food and memories so alive!