Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss, David. A very special light has flickered out, and the world is a little darker because of it.

Vickey and I worked together closely on several OCLC projects. The idea that she won't be here---to share her counsel, to keep me grounded, and to make me laugh---is hard to take. But I know that our loss cannot, should not, compare to yours.

The only consolation is in numbers, in knowing that there are legions of others who share your sadness and want to be there to support you in this sad hour.

Submitted by George Needham
needhamg@oclc.org