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Today is the first day without my best friend. We burried her yesterday. Have you ever really thought of what your wake would be like? How have you touched others? What have you given back for all that you receieved? For me I got the opportuenity once again to affirm my beleives about someone I cared about. It also allowed me to take a better look at my self. How do I proceed in my daily life? Alot of the tim e we look at all that we have not done or the things we think are important in this world that are not. I learned today that I make excelent choices in who I want to surround myself with. This is the second time in a year I have processed someone close to me leaving.
I want to say that those folks whom I chose to make important in my life were exelemtery folks that gave of themself unconditionally and for this I am most humble that they allowed me to be a part of their lives. For how ever short the time it was quality time.
Although I will miss Denise, I have no feeling of would have should have, as you see I gave 100 % of me into that friendship. From her example and Ed's I have learned that I do say what I mean and mean what say. I have found how strong my program is, not from someone else telling me but from my own heartful evaluation. I see how deeply rooted I am in my faith and how fortunate I am to have an ongoing relationship with my Maker. How precious al of life is and how to make the most of everyday, by enjoying that day no matter where you are or what pain you have, by simple acceptance of life as it is, not as I would expect it to be but as it truely is.
My friend Denise knew how to smile no matter what and to extend herself to others no matter what troubles she had. Ed also knew this and wished this gift for me as well. Today I have it please celebrate with me these incredible lives that I had the privledge of experiencing. Also please look in side and look for all the good things that you do and rejoice in them acknowledge them and most of all share them when ever the opportunity arises
Life is Good when we accept it and look beyond the immediate in sincere faith.
I am sorry that the world has lost another beautiful human being, and that you have lost the companionship of your friend.
I feel great hope from what you have posted. Hope and Love.
Though your two friends may be gone from this earth their spirit lives on. You have just combined your spirit with theirs and have passed on a beautiful message to us all, and the ripple will carry that message ever outward as long as we keep their spirit in mind.
Enjoying the day, no matter where we are! I love that so much.
When I left church this morning, I stopped at the grocery store on the way home. I was feeling blessed and smiled at everyone in the store. Just about everyone returned my smile and greeted me in one way or another. I just love it when I am living in an attitude of gratitude, just to be. When we shine that gratitude forth others feel it, and the love grows.
I rejoice in your friends Maggi. And I rejoice in you too.
I extend my deepest condolences on your loss. I, too, am greatful for and to my best friend since 5th grade, hillary. She has enriched my life and made me laugh at it in a very special way. Please know I am deeply sorry for your loss.
What a heartwarming post. I am sorry for your loss. Thank you for the reminder of how precious those we choose to love are and how quickly they can be gone
lilms
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My best friend died in Aug due to alcoholism. I never had closure. He mom would not let her have a funeral, no cards, nothing. I am still so lost without her. She too was full of life and giving of herself. I think I will always hurt because of her loss. She was the "fun" part of me and it died. I also tell my friends all the time how much they mean to me. I am a beliver in that. My best friend Amber taught me how to love others by her sweetness and out going ways. Nice post. :)
That was a lovely post. I too, learned very early on this lesson. It seemed like everyone I loved was leaving me way too early. But their life lessons are still with me, as they are in my heart forever. Thank you for the reminder.
As for my wake, hubby has his orders to make sure to throw a good party. Do not mourn my passing, but celebrate my life with good food, music and fun. Because I'll be looking down, and if I see anything less than smiling faces, and no laughter than I'm coming back to stir things up.
Love and blessings to you and your family.
Live strong, Karilynn & Pipers Kitty
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I love that so much.