And how are you doing? Grief is such a personal path, but one filled with outstretched hands. I pray you're enfolded in the comforting wings of God's angels.

I am very good. I have electricity and thus no effort heat and running water.

Michael was a gifted and wise man (sometimes just a funny wise guy). It's a lovely thing when your teacher is also your great love. Losing such joy is painful and one day you will feel that the joy was worth it.