Altruism

In the book our kids and I compiled of Selected Works of Janet Wendy Last, I stole a few pages to say something about her selfless altruism and other lovely qualities that make her such a unique and wonderful person. As the saying puts it, What Goes Around Comes Around. Our little family, our friends, and our neighbours in the condominium apartment building who have become our friends too, have been demonstrating in innumerable selfless acts of kindness that they too can come to the aid of others in need, bestowing on Wendy the same devoted concern and care for her that she has demonstrated for others throughout her lifetime. We have been provided with splendid, tasty and abundant meals, our apartment is always full of flowers, and almost every day since she fell ill there have been cards, phone calls, emails from near and far, and of course a constant stream of visitors - family, friends, acquaintances - all of whom are sensitive to her need to conserve her energy and don't outstay their welcome. It sustains me and comforts her to know that there are so many good people in the world.