This month, I lost a dear friend—someone I had the privilege of working with for over 20 years. The news of her passing was sudden and shocking, the kind of thing you don’t quite know how to process. Today is her service, and I’ve been sitting with a heavy heart, reminded of just how fragile and unpredictable life really is.
We hear it all the time—life is short—but those reminders are rarely welcome and never easy. When you lose someone you cared for, the saying moves from cliché to reality. It hits you: time is a gift, not a guarantee.
She was more than a colleague; she was a steady presence, a partner in hard work, laughter, and shared experiences. Her absence leaves a space that words can’t fill. And yet, I know she’d want us to carry on—to live.
So, as I reflect today, I want to share the small reminders her passing has given me:
- Tell people you love them. Right now. Don’t wait for the “right” moment.
- Be present. Even on mundane days, even during the little routines.
- Appreciate the people in your life. The ones you work with, laugh with, and lean on.
Grief can be an uncomfortable teacher, but it always offers the same lesson: Life is precious. Life is short. Let’s not waste it.
If you’ve lost someone recently, know you’re not alone. And if you’ve been holding off on reaching out to someone you care about, let this be your nudge. Honor their memory by living fully—one day at a time.
Sending you comfort today. Some reminders, though tough, shape how we move forward.
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