I'm having a hard time rousing up my usual sardonic wit after hearing about the death of a truly wonderful woman, one who epitomized graciousness, compassion, intelligence and faithfulness. Even though her death was long expected, I am still having a lot of trouble coming to terms with the loss it represents. She was the kind of person who accepted you where you were and yet always encouraged you to be better, with gentleness and empathy.
I can only dream of some day living up to her legacy. Her husband of more than 50 years, who met her and fell in love with her in kindergarten, is a deeply gentle, caring soul. I can't begin to imagine his loss.
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