My beloved mother Bella
July 27, 1924—January 26, 2018

This photograph was made one week before my mother passed away, her third day without food or water. I share it here as a tribute to her luminous, loving presence. It was on this day she told a visitor she was "satisfied with everything."  There are no words at this time to encompass the fullness of  grace, grief, and gratitude. May her shining light be a blessing.