Today is one of those days where you constantly think about what you were doing this time one year ago. One year ago today, I lost my sister in a car wreck. One year ago today, I had to grow up a little bit more. One year ago today I had to tell the most important people in my life that Missy would not be with us (physically) any more. One year ago today, my best friend, advisor, confidante, wife to Jeff, mother of two, friend to all who knew her, hard worker, live life to the fullest girl left us behind.
A lot has happened since then. We have all grieved, walked down memory lane, smiled, and yes...even laughed! I have learned a lot since then. When things seem to be at their worst, the people who surround you are your true friends. Don't look back at yesterday because it takes away from today. Hug the kids and snuggle with them just a little bit longer. They grow so fast! Make each moment with your spouse count! Be silly sometimes! Laugh until you can't stand it (or wet yourself-and if you've had kids you will)! Do something out of character! Cry when your heart aches from either joy or sadness.
I guess what I am saying is the old cliche of live each day like it was your last. I knew a beautiful lady who did this. She left this world with few regrets. She is also putting a boot in our a#% to make sure we do the same thing!
I plan on living this way. Can you do the same?
I love you Missy!!!
I'll Be Here
I cannot ease your aching heart,
Nor take your pain away;
But let me stay and take your hand
And walk with you today.
I'll listen when you need to talk,
I'll wipe away your tears;
I'll share your worries when they come,
I'll help you face your fears.
I'm here and I will stand by you,
On each hill you have to climb;
So take my hand, let's face the world...
And live just one day at a time.
You're not alone, for I'm still here,
I'll go that extra mile;
And when your grief is easier,
I'll help you learn to smile!
- Author Unknown
I cannot ease your aching heart,
Nor take your pain away;
But let me stay and take your hand
And walk with you today.
I'll listen when you need to talk,
I'll wipe away your tears;
I'll share your worries when they come,
I'll help you face your fears.
I'm here and I will stand by you,
On each hill you have to climb;
So take my hand, let's face the world...
And live just one day at a time.
You're not alone, for I'm still here,
I'll go that extra mile;
And when your grief is easier,
I'll help you learn to smile!
- Author Unknown
7 comments:
Beautiful!
I love you with every morsel of my being!!!
Karri - may you always carry with you all your beautiful memories...and the words like this to share them with us.
Dear Karri...I came here through your mother's Flickr site...I feel moved.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and memories!
Thank you for your lovely comments. My hope is that everyone who reads this will live life that way. No regrets!
Hey "clueless" I have never figured out why in the name of heaven you picked that name. You are anything but and you know it. My best friend, my confident, MY wall when I need it! Even when it is always me, me ,and more me, you stick with ME! :) You are the one who always helps me to "get on with it" and "get over it". I only knew her for a short while, but can remember the day I did meet my new best friends big sister. Believe me when I say you have the same strength and humor in you that she had in her! I see it, hear it an feel it every day. Cause of course you know I can't go more than one day without whining about something to you! :) LOVE YOU!
Indeed she does, Dana. Indeed she does. We are so proud of both of them. They are my strength as well!
Clueless comes from not always knowing what I am getting myself into. Kind of like our friendship :) I am proud to be even just a little like Missy was. Thanks for that! I don't mind listening to you "whine." I know you do the same for me! Loves ya!
Loves ya Mom!
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