Jane Yolen's Husband Begins a New Journey

Anyone who has followed Jane Yolen's tale of her husband's battle with cancer through her online journal, knows that yesterday she lost a truly remarkable partner, David Stemple.

I don't know either of them personally, only via their writings, but I have a great deal of respect for both of them. Their love of life and family, even in the face of cancer, has been inspiring. One of my favorite books of Jane's, Owl Moon, was written about David and their daughter, Heidi.

My best wishes and prayers go out to Jane and her children/grandchildren on their loss.