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In this audio essay originally produced for Dr. Kelsey Whipple's Advanced Podcasting class at UMass Amherst, News Editor Rebeca Pereira discusses the emotional weight of watching a relative succumb to illness and the challenge of finding a silver lining and space for gratitude when suffering a prolonged loss. This feature tackles Alzheimer's and memory loss, as well as mentions of emotional abuse that may be triggering to some listeners. 

Translation, 22:20 

<Aunt>: "Go ahead."

<Grandfather>: "God bless you, my children." 

Thanks to Raquel Pereira and Dr. Whipple. 

This feature was produced and edited by Rebeca Pereira.