Encouragement Cards

Carissimi,

due righe per inviarVi il giornale con l'articolo di Giordano, complimenti.

Vogliamo ancora ringraziarVi per la bellissima serata che abbiamo trascorso insieme, sia per il regalo che mi avete portato, sia per l'ottima cena.

Vi abbraccio con tanto affetto, augurandoVi ogni bene e tanta salute

Enrica e Heinz

Yoko-san,

How are you? January is almost gone and I wonder if you've been better since Christmas. I've noticed more new faces at XIP in the new year; but something feels not right without you, never.

I wish I could let you know of a good book but I haven't felt like picking up anything new for the last few months. I didn't travel over the holidays so I should have time, but. I used to try reading the books my daughter read, but I can't catch up with her these days. Since Harry Potter, young teenagers seem to be into adventure-fantasy / science fiction-fantasy stories that I have a hard time enjoying. I do try to listen to books on tape during my drive to Palo Alto. Usually mysteries I get from the library that are not worth mentioning.

Were you able to follow the Presidential election in the news? Me, not much. Dean was making a good impression I thought a few months ago; he turned out to be such a loud yeller, with no chance now.

I'm not sure if you feel up to any movies / DVDs, I liked "The Master and Commander" with Russel Crow but I'm not sure if it's still in the theater. "Seabiscuit" is good, even if you're not into horses (this is on DVD now, with Toby Maguire, Jeff Bridges). I'm sure you heard about "Lost in Translation" that Sophia Copola made. I didn't enjoy it very much as I thought the Japanese were made fun of. I talked about it with Yamaki-san, and he didn't like it very much either, nor his wife.

I heard rain is coming back in a few days, and hope you'll be able to spend a cozy weekend. I think of you very often and wish you're better. I myself have had some not feeling so well days lately — with a bad headache, earache, and eye-ache; basically everything from neck and up which was very surprising to me. If you feel nauseated, it's impossible not to be in bed. Not to pressure you but I do look forward to seeing you at work.

Best regards,

Tamayo

Dear Yoko,

I think of you each day and send you my best wishes for much strength, good health and love all around you.

Love, Janis

Dear Yoko,

You are in my thoughts every day.

Hope you are feeling better

Leika

Yoko —

A note hello. Am thinking of you and hope Thursday's procedure has resulted in your feeling more comfortable. I'm fighting a cold, and as a result I'm not ever asking about visiting Seven of us (Book Group) saw the movie "Calendar Girls" Friday night and you were with all of us. Maybe we'll even try to find the Calendar — My very best. You're in my heart.

Love

Judy

Dearest Yoko — I bet this hippo doesn't even know what you've been going through! I want to say that I am really heavy hearted knowing how much pain and emotional struggle you and your family are going through. Man, what bravery! Keep it up! I can tell you're a really strong person. Deanne has grown with a lot of wonderful qualities and I often hear her say "I get it from my mom." — And strength, sensibility, good taste are a few to mention. I hope this tape reaches your heart and communicates the beauty and wonder of the human spirit that music is there for!

Lisa

Dear Yoko,

I worry that no one lets me know how you are doing.

Love,

Millie

Yoko,

What a fine + nice person you are! Thank you for being our friend.

Best wishes

Kate

Dear Yoko,

Words cannot express how sorry we were to hear of your illness. We have always thought of our time together at XIP as a special time building a new company. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you noe.

With affection —

Sincerely,

Dave

Dear Yoko,

I'm happy to hear you are home!

During this difficult time, may you experience calm and peace knowing you are loved.

Pray with all your heart as we pray for you.

Rena

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