Hello all, 

It was lovely to see such a crowd at Alaine's memorial.  I felt the service, and all who attended it, was lovely.  I really enjoyed the sea of purple in the crowd!   

Thank you to each and every person who has been with us on this journey.   Some folks have asked for a copy of "Alaine's Gems of Wisdom", which were read at the service - I've included those in this post.  

This site will remain active for a time for those who still wish to share memories, pictures, or connection.   I don't anticipate many further updates on my end.  

In closing, I will leave you with a poem, written by WUUC member Ann Lu, in the hours after she heard about Alane's prognosis.  With love to you all.  💜

Sunset Prayer For Alaine 

Sunlight with all its promise on the western horizon

As another day ends, too soon, but with hopes for tomorrow.

A life is thus.

Quiet and serene, yet with love reflecting back to me.

Memories, sometimes painful, sometimes positive,

Always present, even when you are not.

We all leave the world, with projects unfinished,

Trusting that others will complete them, 

When the light of day returns.

Sunlight and darkness, love and grief,

One cannot exist without the other.

Tears are price of friendship.

Orange on the western horizon

Clouds turning purple and pink in the sky

A beautiful, sad goodbye.