One of my heroines is modest,quiet, unassuming, wise, courageous, empathatic and loyal. Over the past 18 years she has shared in my highs and lows. She has stoically overcome adversity in her own life from an abusive childhood to the loss of her parents, sister and her husband who was her soulmate, lover and best friend. She is a truly brave and inspirational woman and I wouldn’t be the person I am now with out her encouragement, support, guidance, wisdom and love.