I would not insult the people who lost familiar routines by pretending it was.

My father resigned as chief executive and remained a shareholder without daily authority.

He told me he was entering counseling and had asked a mediator to help resolve financial matters with Marlene.

He wrote letters instead of calling unexpectedly.

Some contained memories of my mother; others simply apologized without demanding a reply.

Brielle agreed to provide records of the work her design consultancy had actually performed.

Her attorney helped her correct tax and accounting filings as necessary.