In the time since Nammon's passing, I have realized that in many ways she is not gone from my life. I have gifts that she has given me over the years, an uncountable number of fond memories and funny stories from my short time with her, but, more important than any of that, I have the precious lessons about life that she has taught me. I have decided that the best way for me to honor Nammon is to be more kind and generous to my friends, family, and all who I meet; to give of myself in any way I can without concern for what I'll get in return; and when faced with adversity in life, I will remember Nammon's courage and it will fill me with strength. In many ways, I feel closer to her now than ever before. And every time I dance (poorly) to a song no one is supposed to dance to, eat food that I find too spicy, or complain about absurd girl problems (three of Nammon's favorite things to tease me about), I'll remember her smile and her laugh and her friendship. Nammon meant so much to me and I will deeply miss her, baut part of her will be with me always and for that I am exceedingly fortunate and eternally thankful. I want to express my sincerest gratitude to Nammon's family for sharing her with us for so many years; I am a better man for having known her.
-Matt Block
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