today, God and my colleagues gave me strength and I went to work. Later, the youngest and I brought flowers to my mom’s grave site. Then, we picked up the oldest for an appointment and then went to chick fil a for a celebratory meal.

then, I had an opportunity to see Era and Rishi, bring them chocolate, and connect with them, looking at photos with Babushka, remembering happy memories together!!! I saw my dad and held his hand, telling him all the things that people have been telling me to pass on to him: that we need his wisdom and his guidance. He is the wisest among us all!!! That the kids can’t wait to see him and talk to him. That we love him.

And then, inspired by the Holy Spirit, I said, “Your love gives me strength.” And that’s exactly how I feel.