In 2022 my recently retired mom started having difficulty speaking. She was diagnosed with ALS. She was a retired first grade teacher and even through her diagnosis she was still teaching in a new way. She taught us patience and tolerance. She was positive even though her health deteriorated quickly. Her sister moved in with my mom and dad to help with appointments. My mom up until her last days was still guiding me and leaving her mark in the world. She left behind to granddaughters and my brother had his first baby girl after she had passed away.