Dear Nga,

Dung and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Although we did not have the privilege of knowing your Mom better, we are so deeply touched by the legacy she has left behind in you and your family.

Your Mom was such a great woman. Her gentleness and loving were so apparent in the ways your closely knit family supporting each other in such difficult time. At dinner tonight, Dung and I could not help but discuss how astounding it was to witness such a powerfully warm and affectionate family. From the heaven above, your Mom should be so proud of you, your brothers and sisters, as well as all the nieces and nephews.

The next time you think about your Mom, think hard about the gifts she had given to you and your family. When you next talk to Anh Phong, look deeply into his eyes and feel her presence. When you see Chị Lan blinks, feel your Mom's soul within her. The embraces, hugs and kisses. The words of caring and support. The quiet moments together. They are all loving inheritances from this great woman you called Mom. She has never left you. She is still here everywhere among your family, if you just look. Look and you will feel her gentle touch through the hands of Lilly. Feel her warm embrace when you hug Kevin. And enjoy her smile in the eyes of Robin.

Don't ever blame yourself and be sad for your Mom.  She has shown such great love in you and your family. The rain this afternoon could not disperse the crowd that has come to pay her respect, but it wasn't just for your Mom, that we stood in the cold rain. We all stayed to show our deep respect for you and your family. We wanted to witness the strength of this great woman in you all.

 

Be very proud that you have known her better than anyone else on this earth. We are certain that she is filled with pride in heaven now.

We both wish you the very best in the days ahead, and will be here for you.

Vui and Dung

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