Rest in sweet peace dear, sweet Auntie Marie! Thanks for always accepting me for me. For being Christ-like in so many ways and such a wonderfully strong support to me (and so many) over the years. For every letter you penned, for every call you took. For every story you shared, for the laughter, for everything, always. If I close my eyes now I can hear your very sweet and distinct gravel-toned voice and laugh. It lit up the whole room and made my stomach tickle as a kid! You were joy in every sense. Even when we were just sitting around or doing the dishes. that's the best kind of joy there is! Say hi to my mama, please Auntie. Tonight, I close my eyes and think of you, and I'll think of you again next time I catch the breeze blowing through the trees. I know where you are now. All around us and watching over everyone! Thank you for everything you did while you were here.