I, too, enjoyed the story. I, too, think all of Mr. Parker's stories are to treasured.
I, too, had a wee problem with the end, having to suspend my disbelief that Aunt Alice would be capable of working through her demons in a couple days time. I imagine the phone call from the reporter sped up the process! (Thoroughly enjoyed the story nonetheless.)
I wonder how many people in real life are like Aunt Alice, though. Maybe more than I realize, come to think of it.