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One of my friends has died. I knew her for about 20 years or more. I first got to know her because she lived near me and I'd see her and her kids around, say hello. THen she had applied where I had worked for a job. Back then she was in real dire need, her husband was an abuser and a drunk who was mean and rotten to her and the kids. She showed me her scars. So then we worked together for a long time, IT was only after I left my job because of ESRD that I didn't see her for a while but we always kept in touch. One night about a year ago i had to call an ambulance because I was very sick and guess who answered the call and was an EMT? LOL It was her! So she took my vitals and we caught up about each others lives. I saw her occasionally after that because she was an ambulette driver driving people to dialysis so I'd sit and BS with her at dialysis. She bought her self from the lowest low of an abusive relationship, not having enough money to buy food, using food stamps and just living that life but she took herself out of it and followed her dreams and became successful in a career I know she always wanted to do, being an EMT. She found herself a good man who she loved. She did it by sheer determination and not letting anyone stop her. Plus she had a lot of health problems. But she did it. I always admired her and was inspired by her. But I never told her this. I wish now I had 5 minutes with her to tell her what she meant to me and how much I will miss her. http://leadernewspapers.net/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=4074&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0 |
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« Reply #1 on: April 22, 2007, 03:02:34 PM » |
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« Reply #2 on: April 22, 2007, 03:06:24 PM » |
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I am sorry to hear about the loss of your friend Meadowlandsnj, She seemed to be an amazing woman, and from what you have posted, she had overcome a very horrible life. She is resting now and i am sure she knew in one way or another she was more than an inspiration to so many people. Reading how she lived her life made her an inspiration to me too. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. God Bless....
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« Reply #3 on: April 22, 2007, 04:06:12 PM » |
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I am so sorry for your loss.
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« Reply #4 on: April 22, 2007, 06:44:15 PM » |
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She sounds like a very loving and caring lady, I'm sorry for your loss. |
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« Reply #5 on: April 22, 2007, 07:02:33 PM » |
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I'm so sorry for your loss Donna. It seems so unfair sometimes. All she wanted to do is be a good citizen.
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« Reply #6 on: April 22, 2007, 07:06:42 PM » |
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so sorry to hear.... |
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« Reply #7 on: April 22, 2007, 08:40:00 PM » |
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My sympathies go to you for your friend.
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« Reply #8 on: April 22, 2007, 09:57:17 PM » |
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My sincere condolences, Donna~ must be very difficult for you .
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« Reply #9 on: April 22, 2007, 10:54:48 PM » |
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I am so sorry |
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« Reply #10 on: April 23, 2007, 12:20:03 AM » |
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I'm sorry for your loss. What did she pass away from? (am I the only one who wondered this or did I miss something)
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« Reply #11 on: April 23, 2007, 12:25:44 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss
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« Reply #12 on: April 23, 2007, 01:24:37 AM » |
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Im so sorry to hear of your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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« Reply #13 on: April 23, 2007, 07:57:59 AM » |
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I am so sorry. It really hurts to lose someone who is special in our lives. She sounds as if she was a strong and inspiring woman, one to have been proud of. |
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« Reply #14 on: April 23, 2007, 08:05:04 AM » |
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My respects go out to you, her family, and friends.
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« Reply #15 on: April 23, 2007, 03:52:00 PM » |
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I'm sorry for your loss. What did she pass away from? (am I the only one who wondered this or did I miss something)
I still don't know! Nothing was said except that it was natural causes. I have been asking around but it seems very weird to me..........  I have a friend who can maybe find out. Not knowing what happened is bothering me. Thanks everyone for your kind words and support. Donna |
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« Reply #16 on: April 24, 2007, 03:49:11 AM » |
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Clearly she was an awesome lady in life. Let her memory continue to inspire you.
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« Reply #17 on: April 24, 2007, 04:40:38 AM » |
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My sincere condolences on the death of your friend. However, she has left a tremendous legacy. What a story of the greatness of the human spirit!
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« Reply #18 on: April 25, 2007, 03:33:13 PM » |
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I'm very sorry for your loss. From what you say and from her obituary, she seems like a special person.  |
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« Reply #19 on: May 17, 2007, 10:19:37 AM » |
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I'm very pleased that she found some happiness towards the end of her life, she sounds like an angel, look here she is------>  |
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