We celebrate the day Alice came into this world. All who knew her could never forget her. A bundle of energy, beauty, intelligence, wit and warmth. The warmth part was often disguised under the strength of her opinions and objectives. But you felt it all the same. I do recall she was not a big casual "hugger". Hugs were reserved for later, when you became friends. I remember all our laughs and troubles shared at CV. Our "fights" were fleeting. Our shared cares and concerns were deep and lasting. Her first priority at work and in her life were the kids. When she became a mother, she shone with love and pride...despite the challenges. Our good times together were the best times. She was generous to a fault: always remembering birthdays and holidays with cards and gifts. She could have been a scientist, archaeologist, or world explorer...but she chose to share her insatiable curiosity and knowledge as a teacher. As a second career she would have made a great personal shopper.....she had such a keen eye and good taste in all things. She endured unbearable betrayal and suffering in her last years on this fragile planet. I've tried to put that out of my mind. We will all return to the universe and mingle our atoms with Alice and all whom we love. Until then, our beating hearts still hold her close. Remember her children and family who are all so special.