J,

She passed away about an hour ago.  I was never able to be her friend while
she was so sick because she didn't want that.  I still feel heartbroken
right now.  Even though she and I had quit talking, I miss her so much.   I
will miss knowing she's there, and seeing her in her garden.  I will miss
her feeding the wild birds.  I would stand at my window and watch her doing
things in her yard, watching her get weaker and wishing I could reach out.
But I remember you telling me J, that it was best that I respect her wishes
and you were right.  It just hurts so bad right now.  She's with her
children now.  They haven't come to get her yet.  I can hear them all
crying.  I am crying too.  The if only's do me no good now.  Anyway J, I
wanted to let you know she's gone.

Love,
Sharon