Before It's Too Late...

September 11.  Now this date has two unforgettable memories for me.  I think one we all know (and I want to say thanks to all service men and women who helped on the tragic day, and want to give my thoughts and prayers out to the families who lost someone they love).  But this is also a day where I had to say good bye to one of my closest friends.

For the past 4 years, I have had the pleasure of meeting one of the worlds sweetest, most genuinely kind people I know.  We have shared smiles, tears, laughs, and countless stories.  As we shared our last embrace, tears streamed down my face, and four years flashed through my thoughts.  I never knew my GCU throwing partner would evolve into a long time friend....

This got me thinking about all the people in my life.  My family, and my very close friends.  I am so grateful to have such wonderful people to be around; for those people have helped shaped me to be the person I am today.  I strongly believe that the people who you spend so much time with, have a HUGE impact on your life.  I am so blessed to have parents, siblings [especially my brother], a nephew, 3 wonderful aunts, relatives, family friends, and my own personal friends who have supported me, and who have been there for me through everything.  Nothing I could ever do or say would tell you all how thankful I am for having you in my life.  :)


I sound like an old person saying this... but in this day in age, it is very difficult to find kind, authentic, and friendly people.  When you have these kind of people in your life, CHERISH them.  And whenever you get the chance, let them know how much you love them. Before you know it.... 4 years will go by in an instant.  So.... Enjoy life now, and admire those who are in it, because you never know when they won't be there anymore.

-To my friend who is starting a new adventure back home.... I wish you the BEST of luck, and all the happiness in the world.  You are an amazing friend, and I will miss you soooooo much.  [LP] For Life!