I have about as much ability to structure this website as I do my life right now.

Today I turn in circles within the house and duck whenever cars or people pass.

I did two things to help myself. First, I called R. at the QRP office. I’m sure I took her by surprise when I announced that you had died. Her response seemed flustered and confused. After somewhat startled sympathies her only instruction for me was that there is nothing that I am supposed to do. The QRP status passes on to me automatically. It was a short, unsatisfactory conversation. I should have requested confirmation in writing (if I would ever get it) so that I have something to show the man at the Works Department (another story).

Secondly, I contacted an attorney. You know her. It was with trepidation that I contacted her. I know, I know! Attorneys are expensive. I’m sure that’s not different in Belize. I need help. You would take your time and do it differently. You would call or email anyone and everyone, gathering information and learning the options. Then you might handle it yourself. That’s so like you. I will do my part, drive to Belize City or Belmopan, stand in line and file things but there’s a dearth of  information, no Wikihow, “When your spouse dies and you live in Belize”. There was the Women’s Forum seminar and I reviewed those pages (that we never filled out because we thought we had plenty of time). I know your death certificate has to be filed in Belize City and I know that I need a Grant of Administration. I’ve seen the forms online. The attorney will advise me.

Oh, and yesterday I scheduled the boat take out for Thursday (which means sometime in the next week or two). I just need to make sure I know which keys operate what and take the motor alarm off when it is time. He is going to pull it out and clean it up before parking it in the driveway. Hope it goes well.