In the last couple of weeks, I’ve lost three dear friends. I am in a state of pain and sorrow. And I am in a place of awe and gratitude as I reflect on each friend’s unique gifts – the middot (soul traits) that they bestowed on family and friends.
Goodbye dear friend,
Vibrant Judy, my opera “date.”
Brilliant career woman with a patent to prove it.
Baker extraordinaire, social action mensch, Mussar practitioner.
Bravely planning the details of your celebration of life.
Courage, lovingkindness, generosity, joy:
Middot to remember you by
Farewell dear friend,
Loving Albert, my seat mate at our spouses’ concerts.
Master craftsman, auto aficionado, therapist, WWII veteran.
A smile that made all feel special.
Paragon of a praising partner.
Humility, honor, empathy, silence:
Middot to remember you by
Adieu dear friend,
Gracious Mary, my book club buddy.
Business woman, avid reader, adoring grandmother.
Always eager to share a song with your exquisite voice.
Poised and elegant at every moment in word, deed and form.
Sincerity, perseverance, devotion, compassion:
Middot to remember you by.
loving farewells
I’m so sorry for your losses, Marilyn, and grateful for the words you chose to tell about your friends. I know it’s our age, the time when we lose those we love, admire, and will miss forever. But that doesn’t make it easier. Sending you a hug. 🤗