Beautifully written Kim, very much Siu Ling as I remember her. My mom had taught her Inuktitut in Ottawa, before she moved to Iqaluit. I was introduced to her, wondering how it was that she (before I knew she would move up) would fare with the lessons. Importantly, more than just learning a language,a lifetime friendship developed. She was an amazing friend to my mom, my sisters, and our children over the years. A more beautiful soul you could not meet.
Thank you for writing this, she meant a lot to those friends of hers here in Iqaluit, and obviously elsewhere on this little rock. I'm saddened by her passing, but remember fondly her smile and calm nature. She is missed.
Love to you and your family.
Guy