Kristi

I was a very awkward beehive when I met Kristi at camp.  She was one of those girls that was so pretty that it surprised me that she also had such a kindness about her that made me instantly comfortable.  I was blessed to be her "secret sister".  I remember thinking that she really did care because of the things she got me.  She payed attention and even went a little overboard.  I love oldies and she made me a mixed tape.  I wrote down that I liked suckers and she brought me a whole gallon bag of them.  That was Kristi: Kind, thoughtful, talented and unforgettable.  It's been 20 years and I remember her well, i didn't know her as well as i'd like to have but what I did know, I loved and admired about her.  God bless her family, especially her sons. Thanks Kristi for your example.  

Kristy,

We so miss you!  Your boys and I were talking about you yesterday.  They love to hear everything I can remember about you.  I tell them every silly story I can think of.  They hang on every word, then bounce off to play with my kids.  They are such good boys.  Last Sunday, your mom wanted to bear her testimony.  Carter said, "If you go up there, I will make lots of noise!"  Your mom replied, "Then why don't you go sit with Dana."  I was so honored that he chose to sit with me!  They both make me feel special, just like you would.  Your sweet and spunky personality lives on.  I know you are watching over them, and they do too!  I plan to make you a cake today & eat it with the boys!

We all love and miss you!

Dana

Kristy

Oh how I miss you my sweet, beautiful friend!

I was just looking through some of my bridal shower pics, you know the one's... I'm holding the bag filled to the brim of elastic waistband granny pants from you and your mom! We were laughing so hard we were crying! I could alway's count on you to bring me to my knee's in laughter. How sweet my joy will be when we meet again Kristy. I love you and miss you something crazy!

Loving you forever,
Cynthia

It's nearing January 6th....

I met someone the other day that reminded me so much of you. Had that sneaky side that would have totally texted me late at night like you did. With the funniest things. Mostly twilight.

And what about the plate of lemon cupcakes that you made for me?

Or that one time you wanted to try rosemary scalloped potatoes with your new silpat cookware stuff? Everyone came to that party. Your house was packed!

You brought me some rosemary potatoes a few nights before the party. It was really cold... it was winter.... and you left your house with a hot plate of potatoes and drove to mine. Just for me to taste them and tell you how good they were.

Happy Birthday. I seriously miss you. I can't believe you're gone. There's a huge hole.

You would have been 33 this year. I still think about you all the time.

Love love love,

Sarah