The past tense is such a horrible thing.
How sad it is that in an instant such a bright and contagiously happy girl was lost. I didn't know her too well, and I was surprised at how hard I took the news. Something about her, of all people such an outgoing person, hit home. Because there really is no difference between Veronica and any of the other people in my life. We're all human. We live, and we die. Some before others. Veronica, too soon. My heart goes out to her friends and family. It's been said time and time again that no parents should have to bury their child, but for the first time I really understand.
It doesn't feel right to speak or smile or laugh.
She had her whole life ahead of her. Graduating. College. Getting married. Travelling. Having children.
What are any of us supposed to do?
She wouldn't want us to cry or to mourn. She would want us to smile, like she always did.
So yes, we should move forward with our heads high, but we should never forget what a beautiful person she was and take with us her spirit and lessons to be learned.
Sometimes words just aren't good enough.
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