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Miriam Landis's avatar

Oh Gavin, we all need a Martha in our life. What a gift. This post made me teary and also glad you had such a special woman to keep cheering you on. Humanity to aspire to. xoxo

Gavin Larsen's avatar

We do all need a Martha in our lives. I feel so lucky to have known her, learned from her, benefited from everything she did and wrote and said and was.

alice west's avatar

Thank you for writing this Gavin. My mom was very fond of you. 💜

Gavin Larsen's avatar

Thank you for telling me, Alice. Sending you and all of your mother's loved ones my warmest, heartfelt thoughts.

Martha Anne Toll's avatar

Gavin, this is just stunning. What a beautiful eulogy. Thank you.

Gavin Larsen's avatar

Thank you, Martha. xoxo

jt-pdx's avatar

Good words - I feel I know her better, now. I will miss her, too. Thank you.

Gavin Larsen's avatar

Thanks, John.

Terri Lewis's avatar

What a beautiful tribute. I was unaware of her book; I need to get it. So sorry for the loss of your friend.

Gavin Larsen's avatar

Terri, you would be so interested in her book! It's classic Martha-- chock full of deep research but presented in the most engrossing, readable and engaging way.

Gloria Bailen's avatar

How beautiful. What a woman. I'm in tears.