My dear friend, what an incredible journey. Which one in this story? Pick one; there are a few. From the microcosm of your hometown and school and sports and bomb pride - with more than one meaning - to the macrocosm of what all of that meant in the world, and in your own journey as that 14/16/18-year-old activist...

Your journey through the decades that night with familiar faces from long ago. Your journey to see your dear sister as she is on that edge... Your journey through so many memories, reflecting on the passage of time, the experiences, how life changes, time changes us - there is so much in this story. So many rich memories, profound thoughts, light and fun thoughts, so much love.

And of course, your beautiful, indomitable, fearless and compassionate spirit, shining through all of it. How lovely it would have been to know you as a teen and young woman, to witness who you were then and watch you through the years as you have continued to expand, learn, take risks, be hurt, heal, grow - and share your beautiful spirit with so many.

Thank you for another thought-provoking and deeply moving story, my friend. 💜⚡️🌟✨🌻💙💎