Hi Speedy,
Welcome aboard the OrchidBoard!! I'm sure you can find the help you need here, whether it be in one of the forums or just pop in and ask a question.
Lot's of friendly folks here ready and willing to help.
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, I know that is a hard thing to go through. You'll have her orchids to remember her by and that will be a great way to keep her in your heart. What kind of orchids did you inherit? Pictures are a great help for us here and we like them 'just because' too!
You must be seriously thinking about winter up there in Manitoba.
Al