Beka -- I'm deeply touched reading these words -- they remind me so powerfully of the irreplaceable and utterly unique gift that Len was to all of us who knew and loved him, and to the world at large. So many blessings to you and your entire family as you move through this period of grief (and, paradoxically, the celebration of Len as well). Sending you so much love . . .
I don't think my heart can hold the telescopic wonderfulness of Len --> Parker Palmer --> Mary Oliver, but it loves hearing from you, Beka, so we will take it! I think a visit with Flower Child vittles is in order again soon. Much love!
Dear Dr. Miles,
My heart aches for you... I cannot begin to fathom the depths of your grief.
Praying for God's peace to enfold you and the warmth of God's love to sustain you...🙏
May the God of all comfort wrap you in his loving embrace.
May God strengthen you during these hard times.
May the Lord make his presence felt in palpable and mighty ways!
And may our gracious and compassionate God fill your mind with a flood of precious memories that warm your heart and bring a smile to your face!
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With deepest and most sincere sympathies,
Rhonda
Thank you, Beka, for your steady witness to love and to life. Clearly, you and Len were cut from the same cloth—I am deeply grateful for all that I’ve been learning from you as your journey continues. Please know that Sharon and I are holding you and your family in our hearts and in the Light...
Len certainly made something of his one wild and precious life! And we are all grateful, for this blessing of having met Len, that he allowed us into his life, that he allowed us to let him into ours. Deep bows of gratitude, with palms joined.