With the passing of Darlene and now Dana, I am reminded of how valuable each human life is and how close knit Orcas islanders really can be. I am particulary hopeful that all of us will realize that regardless of our political, religious, or philosophical differences, we have more in common as human beings than our conflicts with each other.

We rely on each other for support in our work places, our families, within ourselves, and only by sharing the loving kindness between us can we thrive as a community.

Doug Spaeth, LMP

Deer Harbor