Living Hero: Gail Cribbs

[Jan Eveleth]

Two years ago during a time of huge emotional challenges for me, Gail was a stalwart and patient friend. She was a shoulder to lean on, an ear to hear, a voice kindly directing. She offered no value judgments on the feelings I encountered and shared on any given day during this tumultuous time--just the acceptance that they were what they were. Even today, some two years later, when those intense emotions resurface, she knows exactly what they are, and she usually can divine the reason for their return. No questions need to be asked; just a hug and a nod. My friend and my hero.