OMG...I was on my way down to the nurse's station, and there was Virginia talking to several of the aides and nurses. I turned around and came back to my room. I just wasn't ready to face her...I knew I'd break down and didn't want her to feel worse than she already must.
After so many came by to tell me she wanted to see me...even her son made it a point...I gathered my courage and pulled myself together. I'm glad I did...it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I'm sure John would have scolded me for being such a coward. She promised to come back to visit...I told her I'm holding her to it...or I'll go looking for her. She said she knew I would!
Before she left, I gave her the letter but told her not to read it until she feels ready.