Dear Kara, Mrs. Barbara, Q, Lury, Belinda, Sherri, Allen, D Cov’s Fam, and those mentioned families,
This topic was for someone I know going thru their worst of times. The truth is, I don’t know anyone who is going thru the worst time of their lives. Most people I know like myself, aren’t doing exceptionally great nor just terrible. We are all doing ok and things could always be worse. But here lately my heart has been heavy for you all. Several friends lost family members this year. Last night I tweeted that for many people, time has passed so they forget your pain. Plus, they see you smiling and joking, but they don’t realize that at least several times a day, your deceased loved one has crossed your mind, and you smile anyways. With this being your first Holiday without these loved ones, I remember to pray for you at night. Thanksgiving has passed but you still have to get thru Christmas and a whole new year. With time, it of course gets better, but at the same time, your lives are changed forever and there is no going back. We only have memories to reflect back on this Holiday season.
It started with Kara’s father. I have known you since 2002. I was affected so deeply because while your father was sick, it reminded me of my father being sick. So when he passed, it hurt me so much because I knew there were no words to say. Just as when mine passed 12 years ago. You are a daddy’s girl just like me. Your family is close, just as mine is. But we both know our daddies are in Heaven, watching over us. What makes me feel better about our situation, is that the Starks family lost their father this year too. Difference is, they didn’t have time to prepare like us. He was murdered instead. I have known the family since 1986. When I got the call from my sister early that Saturday morning, I thought I was dreaming. Larry’s murder effected the entire city. It still doesn’t seem real to me,. The Starks family is like family, no doubt. Seems like some people came out of the woodwork with the tragedy and I know everyone is still learning to deal with the fact he was taken so suddenly. To Daniel’s family & friends, he was a great person. Hadn’t talked to him since college, but seen him out frequently. This shooting too, was uncalled for. Someone’s anger and ignorance took over their mouth and temper, to the point of murder - not self defense. Many of us go out to the club to have a good time. In the same respect, we know at the end of the night, we are going home to get in bed that night. Daniel didn’t, now his family and friends have to deal with the fact he is gone and his murderer may not have to serve time. I pray that justice is served. Finally, Allen. We were pretty close in college, us being neighbors and all. When I was out late creeping, I thought you were too. Turns out, you were on-line to become a Sigma. Haha. You recently just got back on FB; and even more recently, your mom passed away. Although I don’t know the reason, I am very sorry for your loss.
I know this Holiday is going be really tough for you all. Just know that you are in my mind and heart, as I am sure many more people are thinking of you too. I love you all. If anyone needs anything, don’t hesitate to call!
Love always,
Misty
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