“Our lives were brought together for a reason and I will always be grateful. Thank you for your love, your wisdom and your understanding. Thank you for being a part of my life.”

This is on my coffee cup, a gift from a friend. But the words ring true in a new way today.

I say them now in silence to my friend, my mentor, my Amma.

Sister Phyllis, may you rest in God’s love. Thank you for being a part of my life.