I would sing the beautiful old hymns, and when she was dying I was given the strength to sing softly to her. The sadness will always be with me, but I have some great memories. Be assured the sound of her mother singing familiar melodies brought her great comfort during her last days. Write to Abby. For a personal, unpublished reply, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Dear Abby, P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, Calif., 90069.
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