Tincup
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I had to say good bye to a dear friend today.
She was an true inspiration to me and many others. I learned a lot from her about all sorts of things... and we had fun together and we laughed.
She was pretty cool too. She believed in speaking her mind and if needed, she bucked the system, much like we do... and by doing so, she won.
They insisted she would die without "their" treatment... and even if treated, she would only live 6 months. They tried to bully her to make her do what they thought was best and totally disregarded what she wanted.
They were very rude and hateful to her about the whole thing... so she finally told them to go sit on their hats and she went on and did as she pleased.
She lived another 2 1/2 years without their medicine... and was around to see her grand children- a very special dream of hers.
I guess the message to carry forward is to follow your heart and don't let the ducks get you down.
I'm sure missing her tonight. With her went a piece of my heart.
If anyone has a special prayer for her... it would be appreciated.
it is so hard to find friendships that are as special as you and your friend had....and still have...you will always have that....
not many people in life get that gift of a true friend....
maybe instead of a piece of your heart going with her...maybe she left a piece of her heart with you....
thinking of you... mtree
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lymednva
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So sorry to hear of your loss TC. May the happy memories you shared keep her alive in your heart.
She sounds a lot like you, not giving in, doing what she thought was right, not what others told her. You can honor her spirit by continuing to live your life that way, as we know you will do.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Continue to talk to her, laugh with her, and carry on her tradition of bucking the system and following your heart...
You/her are in my prayers...
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bettyg
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tincup,
my heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your closest friend who you enjoyed spending special time with.
below is my online poem collection, and i know you will find some in there to help you and HER family. at end are 4-6 MOM'S POEMS!
I am sorry for your loss. I hope your friend passed easily and you are in my thoughts.
Abby
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I am so sorry Tincup. She sounds like she was an extraordinary person. I pray that your memoris of her comfort you now and well into the future.
Ellen
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So very sorry to hear of your recent loss. Praying that you and your friend's family receive comfort and peace at this difficult time.
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sizzled
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I'm so sorry, TC.
I don't know what or how to say what I am feeling right now.
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