The Japanese Kanji symbols on the side of the chest reflect Andi's qualities that helped guide her through her illness. From top down - heart, wisdom, strength, and optimism. 
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The three ginkgo leaves at the front base of the tansu provide a directional element to the first drawer, childhood.
The frog and turtle drawer pulls of the childhood drawer provide a hint to her whimsical and happy childhood.

Though pre-med, she was an art history major and never lost focus of her artistic side.
​Medical school was followed by a radiology residency.
The door pulls to this chamber are mahjong pieces, 4-4 being Andi's age when she passed.

​SHIBUI
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A Japanese word referring to an ideal beauty,
one that is simple, subtle, and unobtrusive.

This type of beauty involves the maturity, complexity,
history, and patina that only time can bring.

Andi persevered with every available standard medical treatment. Naturally curious, she explored all options and had long admired Zuni fetishes. The horse is said to impart healing qualities, strength, and wisdom.

This final chamber serves as a resting place for reflection. The pattern of the Shoji screen doors symbolizes rainfall. Origami cranes hanging top right symbolize longevity and good luck in Japan. A faint image of her parents in the bottom corner, ever watchful.

​The mezuzah to the right is at the top right corner of this chamber. It serves as a reminder of God's presence.





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