At Peace

It is always so difficult to come to a place of peace after a friend or loved one passes away. Most battle with the thousands of questions concerning the circumstances. Many consider their own mortality and realize how precious life really is. Some deny that what they are experiencing is actually reality. Today I have struggled with all of these things, but I have finally reached a place of peace and understanding. I know that Chrissi is with the Lord, and looking over all of us now. I know that she will continue to do so for the rest of our lives. I also know that she is wanting us to all continue to living our lives and not to be sad about her death. But, we will always remember her - in lots of different ways. When we see her favorite plumeria, when we see pictures of her bright smile, when we get together and miss her laugh, when we go places that we have been with her, when we play with Lizzy and Matty - we will remember her cheerful and beautiful self. But, we are thankful for the many moments that we did get with her. She was an amazing mother, wife and friend. She has only slipped away into the next room...