OT: Four years ago today...
Four years ago today, my best friend died of a rare cancer. I've talked about her before (on her birthday)...but today I am going to try to do a post that's a little happier. I have to go to the cemetery today, which is really hard for me, and I want to fill my mind with the wonderful memories me and her shared.
From her obituary:
Wallace Miriam "Mimi" M. Wallace, age 19, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 27, 2005. She enjoyed playing volleyball, singing in choir, making people laugh, and volunteering her time on mission trips. She wanted to pursue a teaching career and was accepted to University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse. Her true character, endurance, courage, patience, and perseverance shown through during her tragic encounter with cancer. Her strength came from her trust in God. She is an inspiration to her family, friends, and all who met her and she will be deeply missed. Your legacy of loving others lives on in our hearts, Mimi.
I took care of Mimi almost every day until the day she died and she changed my life for the better. I learned that life is fragile and often short. She taught me that health is invaluable... and was one of the big reasons I pursued WLS. For the first time in my young life I realized that NO HEALTH = NO LIFE. I told her I was going to do everything I could to get healthy... and that I'd live a life for me AND for her. I think Mimi has been with me through every part of this journey. I have some of her clothes (size 6 to 8) that I promised her and myself that I would fit into one day! The day I do... I will cry like a baby.
Anyway... I guess that's it. Below are some photos of the two of us together throughout our lives.
After cancer diagnosis:
Thanks for reading. It means a lot to me to share a wonderful person's life.
The love between the 2 of you shows very clearly in these pictures. You were both very fortunate to have the other in your lives. Though her life was cut short, she lives every day in you. Her beauty and strength have helped you in your struggles with WLS. I am certain she is with you every single day and is so very proud of you.
Strength be with you today as you brave the cold to place flowers on her grave. You are a very lucky young Lady to have those memories and love.
Karen
Kristy (weight loss below does not include 16lbs lost during pre WLS diet)
START: 325 Day of Surgery :309 GOAL: 180
What a wonderful tribute to such a wonderful friend. Thanks for sharing Elena. I too lost my best friend in '91. She was only 33 years old and died of a brain anorism (sp). We grew up together and I knew her since I wqas only 18months old!!! (Sandbox buds!!) You have alot of wonderful memories and rest in knowing that you were a good friend to her while she was here.
Thanks again for sharing,
CarolN
'Live Simply. Love Generously. Care Deeply. Speak Kindly. Leave the rest to God!
'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'
