And done....

While we did not get to finish our book, Staci has rushed to her good end. She died peacefully with her two best friends and her mom by her side earlier this morning. I found out an hour later. Staci was a practicing Catholic and faced death with great dignity. For her, religion was a comfort and I hope it is for her friends and family who subscribe to that as well. I take comfort in my belief that her spirit endures and we'll be friends again one day... hopefully with more time and shared laughter.