Saying goodbye to a special friend
Remember the saying “everyone enters your life for a reason?” I wholeheartedly believe that to be true. I have met some of the most amazing people who will have a lasting impact on my life. Each person has contributed to who I am in some way, shape, or form, and for that I am grateful. There are certain people, though — the ones who have a very special place in my heart. The ones you will never forget and are grateful that they crossed your path.
I wish I would have been able to say goodbye to you in person. I wish that I would have made more time for you each time I came home to visit. I wish I would not have let years go by without seeing you. There are times I sit and think of you and have a conversation telling you how sorry I am for not being there in the end. I hope you know that I never thought any less of our friendship.
I’m sorry that social media and texting became the main source of communication in our friendship. I miss you and think about you all the time. The conversations we had will always be some of my favorites. The talks we had about Dancing with the Stars still make me laugh. Nobody should have been as attached to a TV show as we once were to that one. Your smile will be one that I will never forget. I don’t think anyone could forget it. I have learned that there is no better time than now to chase my dreams. To do all I can while I have the time — and unfortunately, your passing showed me this. I send light and love for your family and friends, and I hope that you are having fun.
To my beautiful friend who was taken too soon, I love you and miss you terribly! Hey, drop a penny down every once in a while so I know you’re up there!
If there is anything I learned from the passing of my friend, it is that time is truly precious. We never know when will be the last time we see someone. I have learned to make more time for the people I care about, even if it’s five minutes. Whether it be a text or phone call, I make the time now. To each person you care about and love — make sure they know. Hug your loved ones a little tighter. Enjoy your time with them and make as many memories as you can. Take tons of pictures, send cards and letters, and take mini road trips together. Accomplish all you can and chase your dreams. Fulfill your life with all of the things that make you happy as best you can.
