I've also been thinking about Rich's courage to make really big changes. He took big risks and found a beautiful life. When he took the first steps to come out, he didn't know he would find Gene. He was afraid he would lose his daughter, whom he always makes very clear is the light of his life. He was afraid he would lose his family's respect, but he didn't. He had a lot to risk, and he risked it. And he found a beautiful life.
I've often thought of Rich with admiration.
Update: The news was posted as I wrote this. Love to you, Rich.