weeping
i lived in a house with 6 other girls in college.
they are the sisters i never had.
one of these roommates, one of my sisters, an unbelievable, irreplaceable, effervescent woman… a cancer survivor…
her 18 year old sister died last night.
18.
1-8.
i’ve known her since she was 12. i think of her and imagine her in my mind right now and she’s 12.
she’s beautiful. she’s part of the family that was created in our house.
she’s gone.
life is just fucking cruel somedays.
and today, as i walked off the plane back to baltimore, back home after our holiday vacation with our families, i turned my phone on and received this cruel and unfair and unfathomable news.
she’s gone.
18.
my suitcase is staying packed until i get word on arrangements and head back.
my sisters are hurting.
i am weeping with them on the phone now and will continue to do so until we are all reunited and can weep together.
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I’m so sorry, Nic.
I am sorry for the loss.
Oh Nic, I’m so sorry! I’ll be thinking of you all.
I am sorry you are having to go through this! I had a close friend who I had known most of my life and considered a second brother to me…his sister was tragegically killed and it hit me harder than I thought. She was just as much a part of my life, they are like your family and your life is forever changed…it sucks. Praying for you and the loved ones of this girl. So sorry.
There are never any words that can comfort at a time like this- but your sister is incredibly lucky to have you to lean on. I am so sorry.
Nic, I know there are no words to make it better, but please know I have you in my heart and pray for peace, love, and comfort.
I am very sorry for your loss and that of your friend. How incredibly tragic. My brother died at 19. It was a horrific toil on all of us. Being there for them in spirit and in person does a world of good.
Sorry Nic, 2009 really needs to go away!
My sister is two days away from turning 18, and this tears me to the core. I’m so sorry. Much love to you and your ladies.
I am so sorry to hear this news, Nic. I hope that you, your friend, and her family find the comfort you and they need in the face of this loss.
I’m so, so sorry Nic. For you and your ‘sisters’ and all that has been lost.
I’m sorry Nic.
So very very sorry to hear this news.
Thinking of you and of all of your sisters as you deal with this terrible loss.
xxoo
Huge hugs and peace to you all.
nic, i’m so sorry for your loss
sending love on a seriously large scale.
oh nic, i am so very sorry! know that we are all holding yours as well as your sisters hands through this very difficult time!
I am so sorry for you. I will keep you and the family in my prayers.
Oh, Nic, I’m so sorry. Love and hugs to you and to your friend. I’ll be thinking about all of you.
It’s never fair. Life is never fair. Ever. Lots of prayers for her family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I couldn’t imagine getting that kind of news about my bestie’s little sister. We have to hope, though, that she is in a better place and is free of her suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sisters in this difficult time – from your newest follower.
~WM
Love and hugs hun. So very sorry
It’s been a crazy year Nic but you always show strength. Hang in there. I miss you. Be safe.
i’m so very sorry for your loss nic. my mother passed a way at the age of 45. i thought THAT was young. losing a sister, child, friend when they are only 18 is so very cruel and will change your friend forever. she is blessed to have a “sister” in you. she will need it. i know that you, my sweet friend, will be exactly what she needs. love and prayers sent your way during this time and for a better new year!
So sorry to hear that
I will be thinking of you!
I’m so very sorry.
I’m so sorry, Nic. That is so horribly sad.
I’m sorry for your loss. Your writing is poetry. Let your fingers soothe you through your written words.