Jen, I still can’t believe you’re gone. You were one of those rare souls who made the world brighter just by being in it. I’ll always remember our chats—about books, kids, kimono, and all the little things that made life special. You had this way of making people feel valued, always offering a kind word, a bit of encouragement, or just a good laugh when it was needed most.
I think back to when you cheered me on about dressing my child in a kimono, how you always found joy in traditions and the small moments of parenting. You even crossed your fingers for me when I hoped to have another child one day. Those little messages meant the world, and they still do.
You were thoughtful, funny, and endlessly kind. No matter how busy life got, you always made time for the people you cared about. It’s hard to imagine a world without you, but I know your love and warmth live on in Julian and Meg, in all the people you touched, and in the countless little ways you made life better for those around you.
Rest well, my friend. I’ll miss you always.
Heide Imai
wrote on February 8, 2025
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