Family

Dear Vicki and family of bloggers,

I was very, very sorry to learn of Alessandra's passing. The entries on the blog are a testimony to the wonderful impact she had on so many people, long before as well as during her battle with illness. It is also an affirmation of how powerful friendship is. I treasure what I have learned from all of you, from Alessandra as an adult rather than the 17 year old I taught, and from her beloved family and friends. While I may never meet many of you in person, I would like to thank you all for enriching this community with your words and thoughts. Alessandra, I know you'll watch over us, as always. Much love xxx