Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Life is Short

My niece, Amy died Sunday. She'd had diabetes since she was a little girl and more recently, was on dialysis awaiting donor organs.

We aren't promised tomorrow. Love today. Live today. Cherish your family.

I will miss this blond ray of sunshine.

Happy Life!

~Mindy

Posted by Mindy at 10:45 PM

29 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 20, 2009 at 12:20 AM

    Mindy, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I just returned home from a funeral myself...a friend from college. She actually took her own life. Ironically one of her organs was used to save the life of another.

    I too am struck by how short and how fragile life can be.

    I pray God's comfort for your family during this time.
    -FringeGirl

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  2. MissyMay 20, 2009 at 12:52 AM

    So sorry for your family's loss. I've been taught that lesson a few too many times too. We get busy with our "lives" and forget to cherish "life".

    Take care.

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  3. Zita - Mlle MagpieMay 20, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    So sorry to hear about your niece, Mindy.

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  4. M SquareMay 20, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    Sorry about your loss Mindy. We will keep you & your family in our prayers.

    <>< M2

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  5. trash talkMay 20, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Mindy, my heart goes out to your family at this time. I wish I had the right words to say, but words do not come easy at a time like this. Know that I will be saying prayers for all of you and asking God to lift you up with the strength that only He can provide and with peace.
    Debbie

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  6. cheryls fascinatingfindsMay 20, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    What a sad time for you, so sorry to hear of your loss, you can tell by her face she was a ray of sunshine. Your'll be in my prayers, Cheryl

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  7. Curious GoodsMay 20, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    Mindy,
    I am so sorry........ words cannot express a loss like this. Will be thinking about you. Donna

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  8. AnonymousMay 20, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Oh, Mindy , I am so sorry to hear this. It is sad when a young life is cut short, I'll be praying for your family. Sue

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  9. MargoMay 20, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. It looks a though she was a very happy person through it all. May you and your family be comforted in this time.

    Margo

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  10. Whispering Pine CottageMay 20, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    Mindy, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for the post, it reminds me to stop and "smell the roses", how important to live everyday and appreciate are families and friends. Angie

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  11. SueMay 20, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    Sometimes life is just way too short and just not fair. A beautiful girl with a beautiful smile. Thank you for sharing her with us, and I can't even imagine how hard this must be. Please take care, Sue

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  12. lorhen82May 20, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    Oh, I'm so sorry for your loss. How tragic to lose someone so young. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, Mindy. ~Lori

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  13. Pam @ FripperyMay 20, 2009 at 12:38 PM

    Oh Mindy, how sad. I will keep your family in my prayers.

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  14. MalisaMay 20, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    Oh, Mindy. That is so sad. I will pray for your family to find strength and peace during the coming days.

    Malisa

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  15. Maison DouceMay 20, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    I am so sorry, Mindy!! What a tragedy!Thanks for reminding us that we need to cherish what we have today...

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  16. DavidMay 20, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    Life is indeed short. That's why I cherish every moment spent with you. I love you!

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  17. ANything Goes HereMay 20, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    So sorry to hear about your niece. You're right..we only have THIS MOMENT! xo Joan

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  18. TracyMay 20, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    I'm so very sorry to hear about your niece passing away, life just seems so unfair sometimes.
    I do wish more people would be organ donors. Organ donation is something I push big time.

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  19. Garden Antqs VintageMay 20, 2009 at 5:22 PM

    So sorry to read this Mindy, my prayers go out to you and your family!!

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  20. Lisa GonzalesMay 20, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    Mindy, Sorry for your family's loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
    Lisa

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  21. MindyMay 20, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    I would like to thank all of you for your words and prayers. Me, my mom and sister read all of your comments together and we feel so, very lifted. I am appreciative of each of you. ~Mindy

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  22. Gypsy ChixMay 20, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Hi Mindy,
    I am so sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and her family. -amy

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  23. pedalpowerMay 21, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    Aww honey, I'm soo sorry. My prayers are for you tonight.

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  24. CottageBlissMay 21, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    Mindy, I'm so sorry. How terribly sad. Sending hugs and prayers for you and her family.

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  25. time worn interiorsMay 22, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    So sorry for your loss!
    TOT

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  26. The Green PeaMay 22, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    Mindy, I am so sorry to read that your loved one has passed. God bless all of you. Sandi

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  27. Woman in a WindowMay 22, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    Oh, Mindy, I am so sorry. So young. So sorry.

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  28. Junk GirlMay 24, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    I'm a bit behind on my blog reading. Oh my, I was so sorry to read about your niece! God Bless your family at this difficult time! Andrea

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  29. AnonymousMay 25, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    Mindy, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know nieces are so special. Prayers go up for you and your family. Susan & Andy

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