Dear Betty, this is very beautiful and very moving. I am grateful for such kind words.

Unfortunately, as much as I wish this were true, I've read enough tragedy and history to know that it is not, or at least not for everyone. Perhaps not even for most. My experience is by no means a tragedy and I hope that I didn't imply that in my piece. But I don't feel any assurance that more good will come from this, or that there is some form of redemption awaiting me. There may be, and if so I'll be very grateful for it. I will work toward that and make the best choices I can with the best information I have. And I will accept whatever happens.

Thank you for reading and responding, my friend. I appreciate you.