Such strength

I met Donimo in 2004 or 2005, through Sarah, and my first and lasting impression was of her quiet strength. Although I moved away shortly afterwards and didn’t return to Vancouver until the last year of her life, I thought of her often, and always with respect. It takes exceptional courage to live with chronic and mysterious pain. But to do so with Donimo’s style, sly wit, determination, and honesty is something rare. To be in her presence, even briefly and infrequently, was a gift, and a reminder to take no gift for granted.

Sarah, to you and Jackson, and to all those in your circle of close friends and intimate family — so much love.