This is so well written, you made me cry. My eyes and cheeks are wet as I write this note.
The love you communicate for these people, that says so much about your heart, Linda.
Then again, I feel as though I know that.
Your powerful ending involving the Big Dipper reminded me so much about my own mother.
I was so young when I lost her (12) but I still have so many vivid memories. Yet, until just now, I did not remember the numerous times gazing with her at the Big Dipper.
Thank you, my friend.