Messages for Hanna

Dearest Hanna, thank you for my love of cape cod salt and vinegar chips. It’s not the chips I just love but the reminder that newness and something or someone to love are always just around the corner, or next to a bowl of soup. It was a dinner at Marc’s during our time in Inner Circus, the 2nd one with Medina, that I dared taste the chip I had sworn off for years for no reason other than I thought I didn’t like it. Turns out, I loved it. When I asked what was the brand, you chuckled and said the one with the lighthouse. I roved the aisles until I found the very one. All these years later, they are a staple in my pantry and I’ve converted many into lovers. Our time and friendship brought me many gifts. I cried staring into the eyes of strangers. I found joy in standing barefoot in the grass. I made my first pot of veggie soup to share with our classes. I attended the most beautiful celebration of life where I was able to say goodbye before goodbye. And while I can’t say that I’ll always do the best job, I’ll try my best to remember that there is always something or someone to love just around the corner. I will continue to look for lighthouses, like you. I love you. Thank you. May you find everlasting peace.