Another friend of mine passed away last week. She was younger than I, by a couple of years – and so thirsty for travel & experience. She’d light up when she spoke of Latin America – and she couldn’t contain the joy when describing her latest excursions there. She spoke beautifully, in three different languages – and, her calm, quiet demeanor always stretched out the canvas of the mind – upon which she’d paint the colorful stories of her love affair with all things Latin and Caribbean.
She will be missed – but, more importantly, she will be remembered. For what she valued, and what she shared – for what she stood for – and who she fell in love with. She’ll be remembered – she’ll be carried on.
And, so, I’m reminded once again – that the things we spend so much of our time on – like worrying about the mortgage or the electric bill – those aren’t the things that endure.
Sharing those experiences – sharing your insight – that is one of the richest gifts you could ever bestow.
I’m so thankful for Miss B – and for the time & the gifts she shared with me.
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