I have often thought about penning my own obituary. In doing so, I can highlight what I think was meaningful about my ordinary life.

We are not the same person to everyone we love or connect with. We often tailor our behavior and conversation to the individual situation. Cousin A knows me one way and a close friend views me in a different light. If I write the obit, I can decide how to assemble the diverse parts of me and it will be my view of myself, not my husband or siblings. It would be both a fun and challenging project.