[theoddz]

I'm a bit sad today, after learning that the last of my Chinese Aunties (Dad's side of the family) passed away this past Sunday morning. Auntie Julie was 102 years old and lived to be older than any of Dad's 6 siblings or any of their spouses.

I remember Mother telling me that Auntie Julie had been a runner up in one of the Miss Hawaii pagents, back in the day, and she was certainly a fine looking lady, even well up into her last years. She was an incredibly kind and good natured woman, too, and I'll always remember what a kind smile she had.

Unfortunately, Dear Wife and I won't be able to fly back to Hawaii for Auntie Julie's funeral, but we will be sending our condolences in the form of flowers, a sympathy card and a monetary gift to our cousins.

~Theo~