Colleen Mary Ryan

To Susan, my long-time friend, I see that your mother had a loving, creative and vigorous life. I know you will miss her. And I know that, these last years, you and your family have already been gently and tenderly saying good-bye. May your celebrations and shared memories of her life help bring her bright spirit to comfort and keep you. You carry her generosity, her tenacity, her curiosity, and her wonderful joy in life. May the tears come freely, and may then the love that surrounds...