Hi Marlene , this is Blanca , Jeffrey's wife, your cousin. I read your poem, I love poems but I love your spirit more , because you yourself are poem, a master piece from our Creator , may the Lord bless you and give you His Peace. Blanca & Jeff,

Such an honor to share Marlene's journey of profound courage, love, and luminous creativity. Please give her sweet hand a gentle squeeze & a message of love for me. I'm sorry for your loss and share tears and acceptance with you today.

You, Scott and your whole family are in my prayers and meditations. I'm sending you Blessings and Peace this day and every day.

You have not only faced adversity with grace, you have inspired all to spend each precious moment with family, art, inspiring poems. You are a marvel! Cousin Dori

With love for Marlene and family.

Dear Marlene, I have been moved and inspired by your beautiful poems and the paintings-unlike any I have seen before. You are a beautiful soul. How very fortunate I am to know you. May your days and nights find you at peace and comfortable.

What an inspiration you are Marlene. Your beautiful words resonate and give great meaning to what it means to live and love fully.

May your strength, and courage and endless giving usher you along the way. With so much admiration and love. Marilyn and Lew

Dear Marlene, Your precious gifts of poetry and art will always nourish all of your loved ones. Your boundless grace has given us inspiration that will stay with us forever. Sending you gratitude and so much love.