Thankyou everyone for your thoughtful words of empathy and support.
For the moment I have decided not to respond at all. I believe she is the sort of person who will read back over her message and knowing the absence of a reply will eventually feel terrible for upsetting me with thoughtless words.
Heartfelt Thanks to all xxx
What were the first ever records that you bought and when?
Parents-in-Law. What do/did you call them?