So here's the short of it, 
This post is for Shelley's husband, Lou.

And here's the long.

Lou's mother passed away last night.  We didn't get to know her very well.  We saw her at Shelley and Lou's wedding and at Max's bris.  But we never really got to spend enough time with her to get to know her.  I know that she must have been a pretty special person to have a son like Lou.

I wish I could go with Alan.  He's leaving tomorrow to go up for the funeral.

Please remember Lou, Shelley, and Max as well as the rest of Lou's family in your thoughts and prayers.  Even when a death is expected there is a depth of loss that's so hard.

Carol Stein, we will honor your life and the sons you brought into the world - especially your baby son who has joined our family through Shelley.