I didn’t know you were ill. In the usual, stubborn-I-can-handle-this perspective towards life that we both share…I realise you probably didn’t want people to know. I get that. I get you. Like we always have.
You’ve been part of my life for 14 years, and – even as life had different plans that worked out for the best all round – we stuck together. You were always with me, even when it didn’t please certain people.
I will miss your laugh, your stoic spirit and your absolute ability to turn a grey day into one filled with sunshine.
I will miss your voice on the ‘phone, and your hearty hugs.
I will miss your kind words, and your kick ass approach to life.
Cancer claimed you too. I’m so sorry. You were the cornerstone of a family, and my heart breaks for them today. You were a solid rock for me to lean on in times when I didn’t even know which way was up.
I will miss you, very very much.
xxx