It happened one day

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Kenzo,

Thank you.  I have to admit, I didn't want this to be a place of well-wishes; as I meant to provide a short story, not a personal account.  But it warms my heart that you are inclined to offer words of support.  I appreciate it greatly.

We will endure, ... surely diminished, but she wouldn't have had it any other way.  She was a mountain of endurance and strength, as well as my inspiration. 

MM

I absolutely thought it was a short story until I started read this post of yours. My sincere condolences for you and your family.