I want to echo the statements of others who have also lost a parent. While we all hope the letter is not needed, you are doing an amazing thing for your daughter. After my mom passed, I found a memory book she had purchased but not yet filled out. I would have treasured a letter for the rest of my life.
Hugs and much love to you, V. Your daughter will treasure that letter, I know. Like others, my parents did much to shield me (even though I was a grown up!) from what was really going on with my mom's cancer. Love you!
I'm growing older but not up. My metabolic rate is pleasantly stuck, let the winds of time blow over my head. I'd rather die while I'm living than live while I'm dead.