Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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Sally Sobottka, My Friend. Sally Sobottka appeared in my life sometime in the 80's, Attending a Quail Ridge land trust fund raising dinner on the Reserve. She expressed her strong devotion towards environmental needs And within months she became a Quail Ridge board member. For many years, she worked to further the land trust's efforts To reach out, manifesting education, stewardship, and preservation. On Thursday, 10 October, Sally quietly passed away amongst her family. She and I had, in later years, often chatted on the phone, Since neither one of us was very mobile. To the end, Sally continually expressed her love and devotion to QR And reminisced about her times walking amongst its wonderful flora. She shall be missed--were there more of her ilk. Frank. Frank Maurer 13 October 2024 0840 Hours.