1) The narrator is born as a green gummi bear in a factory and placed in a bag with other bears before being shipped to a supermarket.
2) At the supermarket, the narrator befriends a red bear named Katherine while waiting on a shelf.
3) The narrator and Katherine get bought by a woman and brought to her home, where they hope to have adventures until most of the bears get eaten by children, including Katherine.
The document discusses Geri Halliwell's experience being unexpectedly removed from her role presenting a popular game show. It notes that a single person made the decision without others' knowledge, suggesting personal connections influenced the professional decision. Geri was upset by the abrupt removal, as the show meant more to her than just a job. The document also talks about Geri fighting for and obtaining another presenting role on the game show Winning Streak, only to again be unexpectedly and suddenly removed from that role after just one more episode.
In his acceptance speech for the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars, Tyler Perry thanked Viola Davis and the Academy board. He shared a story about helping a homeless woman by finding her shoes in his studio wardrobe, which brought her to tears of gratitude. Perry's mother taught him as a boy to refuse hate and blanket judgment of others. He dedicated his award to anyone willing to meet in the middle to have compassionate conversations and enact positive change.
The protagonist had been procrastinating on finishing his last paper needed to graduate college. He reflects on how he had used past bullying as an excuse for his laziness and failures. He realizes others had it worse and he needs to be grateful for what he has. Writing the paper helps him address issues from his past and change his perspective. He turns in the paper, finishing his college career. Ready for his last mission, he puts on his costume to join the fight against crime in his city.
The author recounts his harried experience trying to buy a foreclosed house on the same day as his sister's wedding. He had many delays and issues, such as losing his job right before closing, repairs needing to be made, and finding out the tenants had moved out after the purchase. However, after three years of living there and renting it out, he was able to use the equity to buy a bigger house down the street, growing his real estate holdings. When asked why he moved so close, he jokes it was to be near his sister's new baby.
An elderly Chinese woman carried two pots across a pole on her neck, one cracked and one perfect, to transport water from a stream. The cracked pot arrived home only half full each day, while the perfect pot was always full, making the cracked pot ashamed of its imperfection. After two years, the cracked pot told the woman of its shame from leaking. The woman smiled and said she had planted flower seeds along the path of the cracked pot, which it had watered each day on the walk home, allowing her to pick flowers to decorate with. She said without the cracked pot's flaw, there would be no beauty in her home.
The document summarizes a student's trip to New York City during their university vacation. Some key experiences included being impressed by the Statue of Liberty but shocked by the levels of poverty. The student visited Chinatown and felt like they were in a different country. They had a difficult time choosing food options at a restaurant near the financial district before settling on pizza. Overall, the student observed many similarities between New York and their home of Mexico in terms of crowds and unequal treatment of people but noted differences in culture.
The document is a collection of sentences using various vocabulary words in context. It touches on topics like gossiping friends, school manners, relationships, family dynamics, bullying, dancing, apologizing, campaigning, fashion criticism, deep thought, happiness, jealousy, and a puppy tearing up furniture. The sentences do not seem to be connected to each other or tell a cohesive story.
1) The narrator is born as a green gummi bear in a factory and placed in a bag with other bears before being shipped to a supermarket.
2) At the supermarket, the narrator befriends a red bear named Katherine while waiting on a shelf.
3) The narrator and Katherine get bought by a woman and brought to her home, where they hope to have adventures until most of the bears get eaten by children, including Katherine.
The document discusses Geri Halliwell's experience being unexpectedly removed from her role presenting a popular game show. It notes that a single person made the decision without others' knowledge, suggesting personal connections influenced the professional decision. Geri was upset by the abrupt removal, as the show meant more to her than just a job. The document also talks about Geri fighting for and obtaining another presenting role on the game show Winning Streak, only to again be unexpectedly and suddenly removed from that role after just one more episode.
In his acceptance speech for the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars, Tyler Perry thanked Viola Davis and the Academy board. He shared a story about helping a homeless woman by finding her shoes in his studio wardrobe, which brought her to tears of gratitude. Perry's mother taught him as a boy to refuse hate and blanket judgment of others. He dedicated his award to anyone willing to meet in the middle to have compassionate conversations and enact positive change.
The protagonist had been procrastinating on finishing his last paper needed to graduate college. He reflects on how he had used past bullying as an excuse for his laziness and failures. He realizes others had it worse and he needs to be grateful for what he has. Writing the paper helps him address issues from his past and change his perspective. He turns in the paper, finishing his college career. Ready for his last mission, he puts on his costume to join the fight against crime in his city.
The author recounts his harried experience trying to buy a foreclosed house on the same day as his sister's wedding. He had many delays and issues, such as losing his job right before closing, repairs needing to be made, and finding out the tenants had moved out after the purchase. However, after three years of living there and renting it out, he was able to use the equity to buy a bigger house down the street, growing his real estate holdings. When asked why he moved so close, he jokes it was to be near his sister's new baby.
An elderly Chinese woman carried two pots across a pole on her neck, one cracked and one perfect, to transport water from a stream. The cracked pot arrived home only half full each day, while the perfect pot was always full, making the cracked pot ashamed of its imperfection. After two years, the cracked pot told the woman of its shame from leaking. The woman smiled and said she had planted flower seeds along the path of the cracked pot, which it had watered each day on the walk home, allowing her to pick flowers to decorate with. She said without the cracked pot's flaw, there would be no beauty in her home.
The document summarizes a student's trip to New York City during their university vacation. Some key experiences included being impressed by the Statue of Liberty but shocked by the levels of poverty. The student visited Chinatown and felt like they were in a different country. They had a difficult time choosing food options at a restaurant near the financial district before settling on pizza. Overall, the student observed many similarities between New York and their home of Mexico in terms of crowds and unequal treatment of people but noted differences in culture.
The document is a collection of sentences using various vocabulary words in context. It touches on topics like gossiping friends, school manners, relationships, family dynamics, bullying, dancing, apologizing, campaigning, fashion criticism, deep thought, happiness, jealousy, and a puppy tearing up furniture. The sentences do not seem to be connected to each other or tell a cohesive story.
The document is the lyrics to the song "Where Them Girls At" by Flo Rida, featuring Nicki Minaj. It describes the singer seeing a girl at a club and wanting to approach her, though she is there with friends. The catchy chorus asks "Where dem girls at?" and suggests getting together with the girls and being friends. The lyrics include references to luxury brands and enjoying time with multiple girls.
The document contains quotes from the play An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley. It explores themes of social responsibility, class differences, and the impact of individual actions on others through quotes discussing looking after others, blaming oneself and others for a girl's suicide, and the inspector's message that we are all responsible for each other.
The author got locked out of her house after returning from a shopping trip three hours away. She spent the night at her sister's house next door. The next morning, she asked her neighbors the Conards for help, who contacted the sheriff when they couldn't find a locksmith. The sheriff and neighbor Phillip Boner tried unsuccessfully to drill out the door knob before Phillip went home to get a saw. They eventually sawed off the door knob and the sheriff installed a new one delivered by the hardware store owner. The author was grateful for the help of neighbors and sheriff in her time of need and learned to keep spare keys.
“Wish you were here.” It’s what you say when you see something new and exciting, something that moves you, or simply something you wish you could share with someone you love. WYWH was born out of our love story and our goal is to help others share their stories with the world.
Email your WYWH photo to WYWHpics@gmail.com
Dany Jones organized a concert at The Unicorn Camden that was very successful with a packed venue and incredible supporting bands. In over 15 comments, those who attended thanked Dany for the amazing night and fantastic music, and looked forward to future shows.
The document appears to be lyrics from the Nicki Minaj song "I'm the Shit" featuring Cassie. Over the course of the lyrics, Nicki Minaj boasts about her success, wealth, and attractiveness. She refers to herself as "the shit" and brags about having money, fame, and a large posterior. Nicki asserts her dominance over other rappers and encourages women to stand up and acknowledge how cute and fly she is.
The author recounts his wedding day, from getting ready at the Salt Lake Temple to exchanging vows with his bride Kayla. He describes feeling nervous but excited as the big day finally arrived after a long engagement. At the temple, the author fixes a wardrobe mishap with his tie just before Kayla arrives, looking more beautiful than ever in her diamond-sparkling wedding dress. Their first hug as husband and wife is the tightest, most love-filled hug they have ever shared. The wedding and reception are perfect, and the author is thrilled to be married to the best thing that has ever happened to him.
The document discusses the author's family and favorite people. It describes a recent family trip to Hawaii where they stayed at the Hilton hotel. It expresses admiration for singer Ariana Grande and calls her the prettiest woman. It also shares affection for the author's niece, best friend, and sister.
This document appears to be a collection of first-person accounts from multiple individuals about their experiences with a gang called KMFC. It discusses reasons for initially joining the gang, which included being homeless, seeking drugs or protection. It also describes some of the challenges of being homeless, such as finding places to sleep or use the bathroom. Teachings of the gang leader are mentioned, focusing on concepts of human nature.
Expert Advice on LGBT Weddings after Supreme Court RulingOurBigDayNYC
OurBigDayNYC.com presents:
In June 2015, the Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling that invalidated gay marriage bans in the US.
As this ruling affects many couples across the country, we turned to a group of experts on same sex weddings to clear up some of the common questions we're seeing on the topic.
The plane ride was uncomfortable and the food was poor. Customs officials mistook the narrator's grandfather's ashes for drugs and arrested them. They had to appear before a judge, who turned out to be a friend of the grandfather's, and the charges were dropped. After gaining their freedom, the narrator helped an injured boy but then had their bags stolen. They met a kind man who helped them with directions. Later, the narrator slowly helped an older woman named Doris hike up a mountain, reaching the top and fulfilling their grandfather's wishes.
What an amazing year it has been so far! We were going to wait until the end of the year but there are so many testimonials flooding in, we just had to take this moment to reflect.
The singer describes how their lover drives them crazy with their unpredictable behavior and mixed signals. While they seem to be constantly fighting, the lover also pulls "nasty tricks" that turn the singer into a "slave." Their changing moods and tendency to say they are leaving only to stay sends the singer's emotions on a rollercoaster. He pleads with her to change her "crazy ways" that are slowly destroying him.
The song is about a man who sees a woman who looks like his ex-girlfriend across the street. He recalls their past relationship and one passionate night they spent together. Though she moved away, he promises he will be there for her and that showing up is not just a casual drive-by, but a sincere commitment to rekindling their relationship. He admits to still caring deeply for her.
The narrator visits their friend's house but finds them absent, which is unusual. They receive a call telling them to go to the hospital, worrying what could be wrong. Upon rushing to the hospital, the narrator finds that their best friend is in trouble. However, when they arrive they discover their friend is alright and in a wheelchair. The narrator reflects that although their friend is now handicapped, it is better to have them alive than gone, as people can become handicapped everyday.
A group of inhabitants from Burnt Cake Ville go on a quest to help their friend Porky regain his original form after he accidentally turned Miss Meyer into a witch by watching her sneeze. They consult a wise Indian and her matryoshka dolls, but are unable to figure out which doll is real. The mayor comes up with a plan to have multiple inhabitants each ask a doll for help with a problem to determine the real doll. None of the dolls can help, until one inhabitant remembers that matryoshka dolls are actually all one being. The matryoshka explains that for Porky's wish to come true, he must write it down and give it to the second smallest
The document lists things the author is thankful for, including family and friends for their support, communication devices like phones, basic necessities like food and clothes, educational resources like teachers, and leisure activities such as shopping malls, zoos, and amusement parks that provide enjoyment.
Kitty Lunn started a dance company called Infinity Dance in 1995 after becoming paraplegic from an accident. The company gives people with disabilities the chance to dance. The author attended an event featuring Kitty Lunn's graceful dancing in a wheelchair. Lunn proved her doctors wrong that she would never dance again, as she has inspired people for 20 years since her accident at the age of 8 to never stop dancing.
The Cooke Legacy: Chapter Eighteen - Secret Society Let Downilovereecee
Hannah Cooke graduates from college along with her siblings Howie and Hope. Howie marries his girlfriend Zoe and they quickly have triplets - Ivan, Irvin, and Ivanna. Hope marries her boyfriend Thomas and gives birth to a daughter named India. Hannah had a fun time in college exploring relationships but did not join the secret society. She is now living back at home with her parents.
This document discusses several topics related to current events in society. It asks questions about advice a character was given by her father regarding interactions with police, how the main character feels after witnessing a police encounter, and how the book relates to current issues in real society, including examples of civil unrest. It also questions whether the pandemic has led to a more volatile society and asks for rationale. The document then shifts to discussing a party scene from a book, describing tensions between characters and social dynamics at the gathering.
The document is the lyrics to the song "Where Them Girls At" by Flo Rida, featuring Nicki Minaj. It describes the singer seeing a girl at a club and wanting to approach her, though she is there with friends. The catchy chorus asks "Where dem girls at?" and suggests getting together with the girls and being friends. The lyrics include references to luxury brands and enjoying time with multiple girls.
The document contains quotes from the play An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley. It explores themes of social responsibility, class differences, and the impact of individual actions on others through quotes discussing looking after others, blaming oneself and others for a girl's suicide, and the inspector's message that we are all responsible for each other.
The author got locked out of her house after returning from a shopping trip three hours away. She spent the night at her sister's house next door. The next morning, she asked her neighbors the Conards for help, who contacted the sheriff when they couldn't find a locksmith. The sheriff and neighbor Phillip Boner tried unsuccessfully to drill out the door knob before Phillip went home to get a saw. They eventually sawed off the door knob and the sheriff installed a new one delivered by the hardware store owner. The author was grateful for the help of neighbors and sheriff in her time of need and learned to keep spare keys.
“Wish you were here.” It’s what you say when you see something new and exciting, something that moves you, or simply something you wish you could share with someone you love. WYWH was born out of our love story and our goal is to help others share their stories with the world.
Email your WYWH photo to WYWHpics@gmail.com
Dany Jones organized a concert at The Unicorn Camden that was very successful with a packed venue and incredible supporting bands. In over 15 comments, those who attended thanked Dany for the amazing night and fantastic music, and looked forward to future shows.
The document appears to be lyrics from the Nicki Minaj song "I'm the Shit" featuring Cassie. Over the course of the lyrics, Nicki Minaj boasts about her success, wealth, and attractiveness. She refers to herself as "the shit" and brags about having money, fame, and a large posterior. Nicki asserts her dominance over other rappers and encourages women to stand up and acknowledge how cute and fly she is.
The author recounts his wedding day, from getting ready at the Salt Lake Temple to exchanging vows with his bride Kayla. He describes feeling nervous but excited as the big day finally arrived after a long engagement. At the temple, the author fixes a wardrobe mishap with his tie just before Kayla arrives, looking more beautiful than ever in her diamond-sparkling wedding dress. Their first hug as husband and wife is the tightest, most love-filled hug they have ever shared. The wedding and reception are perfect, and the author is thrilled to be married to the best thing that has ever happened to him.
The document discusses the author's family and favorite people. It describes a recent family trip to Hawaii where they stayed at the Hilton hotel. It expresses admiration for singer Ariana Grande and calls her the prettiest woman. It also shares affection for the author's niece, best friend, and sister.
This document appears to be a collection of first-person accounts from multiple individuals about their experiences with a gang called KMFC. It discusses reasons for initially joining the gang, which included being homeless, seeking drugs or protection. It also describes some of the challenges of being homeless, such as finding places to sleep or use the bathroom. Teachings of the gang leader are mentioned, focusing on concepts of human nature.
Expert Advice on LGBT Weddings after Supreme Court RulingOurBigDayNYC
OurBigDayNYC.com presents:
In June 2015, the Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling that invalidated gay marriage bans in the US.
As this ruling affects many couples across the country, we turned to a group of experts on same sex weddings to clear up some of the common questions we're seeing on the topic.
The plane ride was uncomfortable and the food was poor. Customs officials mistook the narrator's grandfather's ashes for drugs and arrested them. They had to appear before a judge, who turned out to be a friend of the grandfather's, and the charges were dropped. After gaining their freedom, the narrator helped an injured boy but then had their bags stolen. They met a kind man who helped them with directions. Later, the narrator slowly helped an older woman named Doris hike up a mountain, reaching the top and fulfilling their grandfather's wishes.
What an amazing year it has been so far! We were going to wait until the end of the year but there are so many testimonials flooding in, we just had to take this moment to reflect.
The singer describes how their lover drives them crazy with their unpredictable behavior and mixed signals. While they seem to be constantly fighting, the lover also pulls "nasty tricks" that turn the singer into a "slave." Their changing moods and tendency to say they are leaving only to stay sends the singer's emotions on a rollercoaster. He pleads with her to change her "crazy ways" that are slowly destroying him.
The song is about a man who sees a woman who looks like his ex-girlfriend across the street. He recalls their past relationship and one passionate night they spent together. Though she moved away, he promises he will be there for her and that showing up is not just a casual drive-by, but a sincere commitment to rekindling their relationship. He admits to still caring deeply for her.
The narrator visits their friend's house but finds them absent, which is unusual. They receive a call telling them to go to the hospital, worrying what could be wrong. Upon rushing to the hospital, the narrator finds that their best friend is in trouble. However, when they arrive they discover their friend is alright and in a wheelchair. The narrator reflects that although their friend is now handicapped, it is better to have them alive than gone, as people can become handicapped everyday.
A group of inhabitants from Burnt Cake Ville go on a quest to help their friend Porky regain his original form after he accidentally turned Miss Meyer into a witch by watching her sneeze. They consult a wise Indian and her matryoshka dolls, but are unable to figure out which doll is real. The mayor comes up with a plan to have multiple inhabitants each ask a doll for help with a problem to determine the real doll. None of the dolls can help, until one inhabitant remembers that matryoshka dolls are actually all one being. The matryoshka explains that for Porky's wish to come true, he must write it down and give it to the second smallest
The document lists things the author is thankful for, including family and friends for their support, communication devices like phones, basic necessities like food and clothes, educational resources like teachers, and leisure activities such as shopping malls, zoos, and amusement parks that provide enjoyment.
Kitty Lunn started a dance company called Infinity Dance in 1995 after becoming paraplegic from an accident. The company gives people with disabilities the chance to dance. The author attended an event featuring Kitty Lunn's graceful dancing in a wheelchair. Lunn proved her doctors wrong that she would never dance again, as she has inspired people for 20 years since her accident at the age of 8 to never stop dancing.
The Cooke Legacy: Chapter Eighteen - Secret Society Let Downilovereecee
Hannah Cooke graduates from college along with her siblings Howie and Hope. Howie marries his girlfriend Zoe and they quickly have triplets - Ivan, Irvin, and Ivanna. Hope marries her boyfriend Thomas and gives birth to a daughter named India. Hannah had a fun time in college exploring relationships but did not join the secret society. She is now living back at home with her parents.
This document discusses several topics related to current events in society. It asks questions about advice a character was given by her father regarding interactions with police, how the main character feels after witnessing a police encounter, and how the book relates to current issues in real society, including examples of civil unrest. It also questions whether the pandemic has led to a more volatile society and asks for rationale. The document then shifts to discussing a party scene from a book, describing tensions between characters and social dynamics at the gathering.
What readers are saying about Dr. mOe Anderson's latest novel, Sinphony:
Sinphony is a well-plotted, fast-paced contemporary romance with very believable characters and lots of drama. Just what readers want!... (The) characterizations are vivid and well-described, making the people come to life with their own distinct mannerisms, speech and personality. I loved them all!
-Anita Bunkley, Bestselling Author and one of AALBC’s “50 Favorite African American Authors of the 20th Century” by AALBC.
Ciel and Nemo have begun secretly dating after he came to check on her at her mother's request. However, their relationship is complicated by Nemo's history with Ciel's mother and her father's dislike of Nemo. Ciel is upset that her parents are monitoring her activities closely and interfering in her personal life.
This document provides the order of service and content for Kathryn Elaine Coombs' memorial service. It includes opening and closing prayers, songs sung by family members, eulogies from her niece Kate Elizabeth and son Luke Fraser, and a poem. The eulogies share memories and stories that illustrate what a caring, fun-loving, and selfless person Kathryn was as a mother, aunt, and friend. The document celebrates her life and the impact she had on her family and community.
Gill Astarita was passionate about politics and fundraising. She met her husband Mark at an anti-apartheid event and they had an intense conversation where she told him about her background and interests. They began dating and Gill got her degree, becoming a pioneering female fundraising manager. She loved her cats, gaming with her stepson, traveling especially to Goa and Capri, and riding motorcycles in India. When diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, she endured her illness with fortitude and never complained. After her passing, Mark and colleagues established a fund in her name to support up-and-coming fundraisers in places like India and Africa, continuing her work.
Kim’s interview with sean hepburn ferrer2pointsmania
This document is a transcript of an interview between Kim and Sean Hepburn Ferrer about Audrey Hepburn. In three sentences:
Sean discusses Audrey Hepburn's legacy as being about her acting career, style, and humanitarian work with UNICEF. He saw her as a normal, insecure person who used her fame to help others due to her own experiences with hunger as a child. The interview touches on Audrey's commitment to her family, work with UNICEF, goals in life, and what she may think about current efforts to help children in need globally.
1) The document appears to be a slideshow summarizing the creator's life and friends in 2011, with photos from various events and locations they experienced.
2) Various photos show the creator with friends spending time together, including trips to Banff, the zoo, and Halloween, as well as hanging out at local spots like cafes and Denny's.
3) The creator recalls moving to Vancouver without knowing where they would live and making new friends who showed them around the city and bonded over activities like nature photography.
Kim’s interview with sean hepburn ferrerpointsmania
Sean Hepburn Ferrer discusses his mother, actress Audrey Hepburn. He talks about her humanitarian work with UNICEF, her insecurities, her commitment to family over fame, and her legacy of being a "real" person. He advises a 14-year-old who is giving a speech about Hepburn to truly get to know her by watching her films and reading about her life, and to focus on connecting with the audience through feeling rather than facts.
This diary entry introduces Hebrides Botany, who lives with her aunt and uncle after her parents' divorce. She dislikes her strict aunt and nerdy cousins. Seeking escape, Hebrides asks Miss Sunny for help going to college early. Miss Sunny agrees on the condition that Hebrides excels in her studies and helps research strange phenomena in their town. Hebrides thrives in college, getting good grades while socializing and working various jobs. She meets and falls in love with exchange student Colin Grey, proposing marriage. Throughout, Hebrides continues her research for Miss Sunny.
This document introduces several of the author's close friends from middle school: Bailey, whom she met in kindergarten and was best friends with through 4th-7th grade; Gavin, who made her laugh on her first day at a new school in 7th grade; Blair, who she befriended through Gavin in 7th grade; and Cassady, who was one of the first people to talk to her on the bus in 7th grade. For each friend, the author shares funny memories they had together and what they appreciate about each person.
This document provides an autobiographical account of the author's relationship with a girl named Chloe over the course of two years. They began as friends who would get energy drinks together, then started a romantic relationship. However, the relationship was tumultuous, with periods of intimacy followed by arguments and breakups. Eventually Chloe started dating another boy, which caused the author great emotional distress and led to self-destructive behaviors involving excessive energy drink consumption. The story explores the highs and lows of the author's relationship with Chloe.
1. I was so glad I was able to make it to the service in Florida Tuesday. It was a nice tribute to a wonderful person. You guys asked at the service for folks to share some of their best memories. Here are a few of mine. <br />Kathy was two years older than me. I remember trying out for her and Kristi (the captain’s of the flag corp) before my sophomore year in high school. I was so shy and nervous. Both of them quickly took me under their wings and I was instantly a lot cooler because I hung out with the seniors. Kathy took me everywhere…I remember going to parties with her, spending a lot of time with her church youth group, movie nights at her house, hanging out at the Jewish Center where she worked….Kathy had so many friends and was like a social cruise director….she was always organizing the fun. I remember one night we were at her house watching scary movies. Someone had the bright idea to go to Chickamauga Battlefield to continue the scare fest. So 8 of us crammed into a car made for 5. We get there and the boys started climbing the outside of the tower. Kathy, the other girls and I were walking among some graves…I was terrified with the whole situation. I assumed the boys were going to fall off the tower and we would have to carry them to the car, that we were going to encounter “green eyes,” the ghost from the tower, that the devil worshipers that sacrificed dogs (that I had just learned about in our car ride over) were going to nab us and do rituals on us… and then we saw the blue lights flashing and I knew we were going to jail. This was going to be on our permanent record and we would never get into college. I’m relaying these fears a mile a minute. Kathy just kept laughed. She kept saying “It’s going to be fine…Don’t worry.” The police let us go, we weren’t sacrificed and nobody ended up in the hospital. She was right. We were fine. I had been so scared that I peed in my pants. She didn’t tell anyone. That’s a friend. <br />I remember going to Louisiana on a band trip. Kathy was the one leading the charge on the pranks…she taught me the fine art of putting plastic wrap on toilets and I believe it was Kathy that had the bright idea to hide crawfish in the boy’s room…it was a day or so for the payoff on that prank, but I do remember the boy’s room stinking pretty bad. <br />We spent my 18th birthday on the beach in Panama City. I don’t remember much about that trip other than Kathy leading other hotel guests in a rousing chorus of Happy Birthday. There were at least 50 people out on their balconies singing. Will never forget that. <br />I remember Kathy inviting me on a Gatlinburg trip with a bunch of her college friends. She had rented an amazing condo and we had the best time. Again, she included me in her circle and her friends were my friends.<br />When we were in college, Kathy asked me to be her maid of honor. I said yes and proceeded to be the worst maid of honor in history. I didn’t know until many years later that I should have organized a shower, should have helped with the planning, etc. I went to school two hours away, was broke as most college students are and wasn’t really involved that much in helping plan her special day. She never said anything about it but it has bothered me often over the years. I wish I had done more during that time. I wish I could have better shown her how special she was to me. She deserved better. <br />Kathy, I just can’t believe you are gone. Even though I hadn’t seen you in years, you were and always will be a part of my heart. Rest in the arms of God, my friend. You deserved better. I love you.<br />