Roy Zitman

Sisterly Love

Dear Roy

When you called me on my birthday in February 2006, I was blown away! We had not spoken to each other in 13 years. You were sitting on the beach with Paul and chilling out. It was so good to hear from you. You called me at work but thankfully you called me at a time when I was able to take my mobile to a quiet place and chat for a while. You told me what was happening in your life - I told you what was happening in mine. It became obvious that we were very similar people - we were on the same level emotionally and we soon realised we had become kindred spirits. I sent you a text that evening to thank you for your call. One week later I received an email from you and you wrote in the subject box 'When 2 hearts met as one'. We had found each other again.

In May 2006, we sadly lost our mother following a 6 year battle with lung cancer. I relayed the news to you and you were very philosophical about it - due to your spiritual beliefs, you believe that we go to a better place. You were so sure of it. You were more concerned about me than yourself, and you called me the following morning just to make sure I was ok. We talked nearly every day for about a week. Roy, I cannot believe that one year later I would be bereaved over you.

One month later, you told me you would like to visit India again, and I was inspired to join you. You suggested that we meet in Sri Lanka. I so regret that did not happen. You went on and you had an enjoyable trip. I was told that when you were in Nepal and saw snow for the first time, you rolled in it like a child!

Roy, I was so proud of you in many ways. You were warm, loving, giving, kind, serene, spirited, big-hearted, generous, humourous, and had an endearing childlike quality.

Roy, I am going to miss you very much.

Love always.

Peggy XX

Peggy Zitman (Sister) June 9, 2007