To Nikki

I've been MIA for a minute. But I'm back in action. Man, so many things have happened to me over the past week. Its so crazy. And they are all lessons learned. I have so far to go. You can never stop learning about life.
Do you ever stop and realize how blessed you are? I don't do it as often as I should. It doesn't occur to me until something tragic happens that makes me stop and think.

A student that I attended school with died over the weekend. The news of death is always shocking. But this one hit hard. And its because she was such a beautiful, lively, joyful, optimistic, giving person. She was so sweet. And it hurts me to no end to know that her family and close friends have to go through such a loss. Me and her weren't that close, but I feel the impact. And she had such a huge impact on everyone that she met. I used to look in my phone at this picture that I took of us in January and wonder how she was doing. Now I look at that picture and wish that I could CALL and see how she's doing. Please. Don't take life for granted. Don't take friendships and family for granted. Please. They are so precious. Tell the people you love that you love them. Make time for family! Don't reschedule. We don't know when God will decide to take us home. So, cherish the time that you have now. 10 months ago, had you told any of us that we would loose her, man.......

I think back to the times that she called to have lunch, and I was busy and would always reschedule. And now, I regret it. Life is crazy. Nikki, I'm so grateful to have had the chance to meet you. You touched me in January with your passion and compassion. I'll always remember that night you, me, eddie, and mike walked our dumb asses to that gas station and almost got arrested!!!! LOL! And the twister!! HAHA!! And "OBESE!!!!!!!"
We love you. And we will see you soon. Rest in Peace love.....