My dear friend Lynn passed away very suddenly at the end of April.
Lynn and I became friends in the fall of 2004 when Morgan went to Junior Kindergarten. Her youngest daughter Maddison and Morgan became instant best friends, and so did we. It started with play-dates so that the kids could play; but pretty soon we just started getting together while the girls were in school so that we could visit.
Lynn was a wonderful member of the community; volunteering in the school. She was also a prominent member of Girl Guides of Canada, and shared her love of guiding with Morgan. Lynn was with me every queasy step of my pregnancy with Ella and was one of the very few that knew I was pregnant before I left for England! We never went more than a day or so without contact, even chatting online while I was in England.
Lynn was like family; especially to the girls. She had such a big heart and gave so much love to Morgan, Paige and Ella. She was a constant support for me; and the kettle was always on for tea and a chat. I can remember a number of instances where I got told; because after dropping Paige at preschool I hadn't come for tea....the kettle was on you know!
Lynn was in our lives for such a short time, but she touched our lives so deeply and we will never forget her. I miss her every day, but am very grateful to have had the privilege of knowing her, and to have her family in my life. Maddison and Ashton; you've become part of our family,and I'm so glad that we have you in our lives!
A very good friend of mine sent me this poem:
She is Gone
By Anonymous
You can shed tears that she is gone
or you can smile because she has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back
or you can open your eyes and see all she's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see her
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she's gone
or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
or you can do what she'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
I have wonderful memories of Lynn. I have Maddison here today, and Morgan, Paige, Maddison and I sat around for quite awhile this afternoon looking at pictures and sharing memories.
4 comments:
WOW... tear jerker Allie :) but happy ones I must say... I likewise consider you and the girls family as I have always said ;) I know that mom spoke very highly of you and on many occasions not only considered you her closest friend but also like family, and I hope you always remember the good time you and her shared along the way and the times that we as friends will continue to share as the girls grow up and we keep her spirit alive in all of them :) I know she is not only looking down on us (her own children and family) but she too is watching over your girls and your family... I know at times it is hard to keep your chin up but please always remember that no matter what you need I am here for you, and that the kettle is still always on (well fridays anyways lol) Keep Smiling even when the road may get bumppy as you know she will be right there beside all of us.
All my love to you and the girls
ASHTY xxoo
Oh Allie, I'm sooo sorry to hear. I can only imagine the huge loss that you feel. My heart goes out to you guys... Bri and I send our sympathy. If there's anything we can do, we're only a phone call away. <3
Love,
Roh
xoxo
Allie, that was a beautiful tribute, to a good friend. I'm sure she appreciates every word.
Lots of Love,
sarah-Bear
xoxox
wow allie that was a good blog!! i liked it soo much i almost cryd lots of love
Maddison
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