The thought of Kristy always puts a smile on my face and laughter in my heart. There are a few memories of her I have been reflecting on, but the one that touches my heart is the time that I had just finished a big project that I had been having struggles with. She had no idea how I had been feeling, or the trial it had been for me. Yet somehow she knew what I needed and she came up to me right after it was finished and told me how much she loved me and put her arms around me and hugged me. She wasn't ever afraid to show her affection for anyone and I absolutely love her for that. I think that one of the biggest lessons I will take from knowing her is to love and not give in to my insecurities that stop me from reaching out to others. I'm not going to be afraid of people's reactions, or care about how I look or what it may seem to others. I will just try to be like Kristy, and most importantly like Christ, and love without allowing my fears stop me.

I love you Kristy. I hope that in the eternities I can be your friend once again, and have the chance to love you like I wanted to while you were here.

Amy