Paisley is a lighthearted, cheerful, upbeat kind of person. Everyone likes her. She's very pretty and so nice. She's a great mom to her two young daughters and a supportive wife to her husband, Mason. She has helped several of the ladies on Lindwood Court through some very rough times in their lives. Now it is their time to support Paisley.

Andrea Chess, Iona Feld, Ginger Logan, and Julianne Havelock all have a special bond with Paisley. Paisley encouraged them during some dark days each of them were going through, and Paisley knows secrets of their past that each has shared with her. Each lady desires to do something for Paisley, but they are not sure just what. They feel this tragedy is not just happening to Paisley, but to all of them.

What bothers Paisley the most is that these dear friends are not coming to see her. Why is it so hard to go visit someone that you know is dying? Each woman has to come to grips personally with the reality of this dire situation before they can face Paisley.

As each friend eventually stops by to visit, Paisley makes them feel at ease with her, as she always does. Each woman reacts with different emotions: some leave with elation that Paisley is so upbeat, some feel dejected, some feel an overwhelming relief that the visit is over, all with disgust that Paisley is so ill. She asks each lady to promise her something as she whispers in their ear just what that something is. They all promise.

THE ART OF SAYING GOODBYE is a story of courage and friendship. Interspersed within the pages of Andrea's, Iona's, Ginger's and Julianne's personal stories, Paisley recalls good memories in her life. Each woman reminisces about the times that Paisley was their source of comfort and encouragement. This story is beautifully written and will inspire you to make a better effort to visit terminally ill friends while there is still time. This is a touching story you should not miss.

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