Her Life
Smiling Is Key to Life
She had a quick smile and loved little dogs that could make her laugh.
Kids Inspired Her
Children brought her great joy: her and Doug's children and grandchildren, and the work she did with families and children in Durham and Chapel Hill.
It's Fun to Have Fun and You Have to Know How
She enjoyed nothing more than a sunset and a cocktail with people she loved.
To Travel Is to Really See Yourself
Puerto Rico, the holy ruins of Tikal, the markets of Chichicastenango, a language school in Oaxaca, a chorus tour through France — the world called to her, and she always answered.
Salt & Sun
She loved the beach and boats and kisses.
Her Religion
Her religion was waking up grateful, celebrating the solstices, staying present through each day, and returning gently to this beautiful earth.
What She Believed
She believed success was an adventurous life, a family that loves without judgment, and leaving this world better than she found it — with kindness, joy, and peace.
Her Advice to Young People
- Find people you trust who can advise and mentor you.
- Make a wide range of friends across all different socioeconomic spectrums.
- Don't be afraid to admit your mistakes, and try to do so with humor.
- Focus on friends with good habits and keep in touch with them as you age.
- Do what makes your heart sing.
