Ellen and I were married briefly. She was one of the most talented people that I have ever known. Ellen was gifted as a singer and her ability with foreign languages was astonishing. I learned a lot of English from her. She was a great artist and a superb scholar. She was an A student in every class she took. Her wit was unparalleled. She taught me to love cats.. Everything about her was extraordinary. I'm sad and at the same time grateful for knowing her.