Dear Dorli

As I think back over the last many years, I am overwhelmed by the enormous blessing you have been for our family. You brought elements of resilience, creativity, and unlimited energy. (OK, and one could sometimes say a stubborn determination to not let a problem beat you :).

I remember the time Agnes got scared while babysitting. You harnessed Carmel and Checkers and scoped out every crevasse of that house…ultimately declaring it safe from intruders and calming her fears.


In high school you structured my month of grounding with activities to keep us all occupied, and took me shopping to lessen some of my hardship.


You remembered every birthday and special occasion with a thoughtful gift and delicious food. (Weiner schnitzel, Lasagna, Veal with artichokes, Doberstorte, and Heath bar Tortes to name but a few dishes).

You painted my house in Irvington, outfitted a closet, and carpeted the porch. I was exhausted just watching you work!


You made a custom designed cat box for my apartment in Kentucky, and curtains and pillows for the one in Toledo.


You welcomed my family, and always made time for a game of Uno or Rummicube.


You kept Paul engaged in heated political discussions and gave him your prized photo of GW.

You masterminded and coordinated numerous special surprises for others.

You have loved my dogs and looked after them with ice cream and special attention.

I appreciated your extra effort over the last 2 Christmases to make sure they were even more special than usual. Last Thanksgiving with a small tree and a lighted basketball pole since we could not be there in December. I’m thinking you had a hand in the cookies too.


You have helped my parents and Mina in ways too numerous and meaningful to list.

And you were characteristically too stubborn to give in to an illness that you valiantly fought and refused to allow to interrupt your life any more than absolutely necessary. I have many clients who could benefit from your example.


Thank you for being the person you are, for all that you have done, and for being a special part of our family. We love you.

Surprises

My long overdue Spa Basket for Mona. It is crocheted with a combination of yarn and plarn.

Then, my own unexpected surprise from Alfa Dog.

What could be inside?

CRAFT MAGAZINES!!

At least 100 waiting to be perused......

Alfie found these on Craig's List, arranged for the pick-up, and brought them home for a special surprise.

PS: He's taken. :)