Hi,

My name is Martha Reed. I don’t think you know me. Up until the first of June I used to be a teller at Wamu in Aptos, and that is how I know Irene. The only reason I did not post this in the Well Wishes is because I didn’t know if you wanted everyone to know where you banked. I worked there for 7 years. A former coworker at Wamu and friend, just told me about Irene’s condition today. I just want to say how sorry I am. I will be praying for Irene every night. Just from coming into the bank and our short conversations, I could tell what a special person Irene is. She always walked in w/a smile. She is so nice and kind. Her face was always so bright. She was always so cheerful. Also she is such a beautiful women. Some of our customers were not always nice, but I knew when Irene walked in that I would not be dealing w/a grumpy customer. I knew she had children and I remember thinking how lucky they are to have such a nice mom. I just wanted to send my wishes that Irene will continue to get better. I know how hard chemo is because my Dad is currently battling lung cancer. My thoughts and prayers are with Irene and you and your entire beautiful family. Don’t worry if you cannot respond to this e-mail, because I know how busy you must be w/everything. I just wanted to send my prayers to you.