[Al's Wife]

Patti,

When I lost my mother to heart problems years ago, I found it helpful to write to her. Even though I could talk to her in my heart and mind, it seemed more real when I put it down on paper. So in those lonely hours at night when you can't sleep and you want to talk with Dean, you might try writing him a letter and telling him your feelings.
I hope as time passes that you will get involved in some activities and stay busy. You have spent so much time in the last few years taking care of your mom and then Dean that I know you are at a loss now. But you have so much to offer and have been such an inspiration to so many of us when we have been down, that I know you could offer a lot to others, if you feel so inclined.
Just know that there are a lot of us praying for you during this most difficult of times.
Peace,