Rest in Peace

I just learned of the news that a good friend's mom has passed away. I am terribly upset about it because I have met her twice, both during Chinese New Year. Last Chinese New Year was especially memorable to me, because I had already fallen sick then, with difficulty swallowing. Her mom took note of that and she specially brewed me herbal tea. As she was heading out when we just reached her house not long ago, she specifically reminded me to drink the herbal tea and to add hot water if needed. She also told me to just eat the white bee hoon that she cooked and steer clear of the other fried food she cooked because it wouldn't be good for my throat. Such is the thoughtfulness of this mom, who isn't related to me at all. I am just her daughter's friend, no one special, yet she treated me just like her own. It just hits me more badly because I have personal dealings with her and it is just terrible not being able to attend her wake when I really want to. I hate being sick. Please let me be well. Rest in peace auntie, I will always remember you as someone jovial, the one with the infectious laughter. I used to joke with your daughter that she inherited her laughter from you because you girls laugh really alike! Thanks for your kindness. To my friend, I hope you can stay strong and be your cheerful self again. Thanks to Breadman for going on my behalf. I know these four days are big days to you so I am truly appreciative of it.