What a beautiful tribute to the late Mabel Manning, “the lady who brings the flowers.” Because of Bob Greene’s column of Aug. 20, this kind, gentle lady from Chicago hopefully has touched the souls of more people than the evil Russian with all his notoriety.

Yes, most people are good, and we all give thanks to the Mabel Mannings of the world for showing us the brightest possible side of the human spirit.

As events are even now unfolding in Russia, caring people around the world are feeling the tugs and yanks on their own souls. We are all affected by the pain and suffering that the monsters in any society cause to their innocent victims.

Just as Mabel Manning was an example for all of us in this country, there are no doubt many brave Russian women who are also offering flowers as symbols of life, goodness, and hope…. Richard N. Bedard Columbia Falls