(Chesterman beach painting by Lisa Reihl)

I woke up feeling like a great weight had been lifted off my shoulders.

Thanks to my Mom, for helping us all through the grieving process. Thanks to my supportive friends for everything that you’re doing. Thanks to my family, for all the things that family does. Thanks to my Sweetie, for always having my back and my butt. Thanks to Happy for always having my lap and thinking I’m the greatest no matter what I’m feeling. Thanks to Sunshine, who lives in the moment.