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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Sad Event

A little over a week ago, I got a horrific phone call from my very best friend in the world. Her husband had been in a motorcycle accident and did not survive. As we live so far apart, it took me a few days to get there to be with her and their daughter through this tragedy. It has given me a lot of clarity in how to live my life. I want to live it more fully as if tomorrow may never arrive. Since I lost my mom to breast cancer, I've been better about telling those people close to me how much I love them. From the passing of Steve, I'm taking a "live life to the fullest" approach. He was a good husband and father and will be missed by so many. I am here for my friend and her daughter and want to keep them focused on the positive and to endure lives challenges with courage and optimism.

5 comments:

Karen said...

Amy....you are awesome and I'm so glad that you are in my life :)

Regena said...

ditto

Kathy said...

Amy -- you are so correct! Never take a single day for granted. I lost my sweet husband unexpectantly in April. We were just about 6 weeks shy of our 40th wedding anniversary. My heart breaks for your friend -- I know exactly how she feels!

Denise said...

Thinking of you. You are a good friend. Thank you for reminding us that we need to live our lives to the fullest and not wait for "someday". I too am glad that you are in my life. ♥♥

jillytacy said...

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You have a great attitude. I hope your life is full of many wonderful adventures as you live life to the fullest each day!