The suddenness of her departure came as a vast shock. She had clung to life as tenaciously as a limpet to a rock. But her acceptance of her final breath as though she had been blessed with relief long sought from suffering and pain took her to a deserved and peaceful rest.
For those of you who have seen my postings about the health problems of my beloved young daughter Emily, it is my sad duty to inform you that she passed away on September 5, when hospital staff and family agreed to reduce sedation and withdraw life support. RIP beloved daughter.