As the reality of Erin leaving sets in I find myself saddened and quite in a dark place. It wasn't as if I didn't know this was coming. It isn't as if I haven't been prepared to be apart for 4 1/2 months while she was in Honduras. I know this was something important to her and that she needed to do for herself. I know that it will give me time to do some things for myself that I have wanted to do. I still sit here feeling a incredible sadness wash over myself. I mean the last year of my life seems to have flown by, and with many big and sad events happening in my life I still find that I am probably in the best spirits and the happiest I have been in years and I know in a large part that is because of being with Erin.
It is funny that in many ways we are so different and have different goals, thoughts, and beliefs, but in the end we are so incredibly compatible that we seem to keep each other in balance normally featuring the best of both of us. She calms me and makes me take moments just to enjoy the world. A step back to appreciate all that I have. In this world we are so incredibly lucky, there is little I have ever be left without, my hardships are limited, and I am left open to try and accomplish anything.
So many have so little and such little hope, facing scary health, political, and other problems that I have been lucky enough to avoid. Erin actively goes out of her way to not only be aware of people in need of help, but to try to do something about it. She doesn't just go and volunteer, she pays to actually go out and make a big difference. She respects all that she has been given and has a feeling that she must share and spread the luck and life that she has. I am in awe of the things she does, says, and thinks. Hopefully I can always be worth part of her time and energy.
So while our paths my spread for a short while in time as we both walk alone. I know our paths lead in the same direction and will cross again. So Erin I love you, best wishes on your journey, share your spirit and joy of life with others, and I will see you soon. I will keep you in my heart and thoughts.
When words fail you...
Erin and I in Mexico together.
Together at Dom and Nicole's wedding.
Awww doesn't she look cute sleeping after a night out with the girls.
Erin loves it when I ruin pictures by making faces...Was funny when I was two and it is still funny now.
Erin and I at the top of a hike in Vail.
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Hi Dan - My husband and I live in Lakewood and and decided to put his background in beverage distribution and my background in chemistry to the test. We created a brilliant energy drink made from natural cherry juice. It is called Bing (for the cherry) and it is incredibly delicious and healthy! It is diabetic friendly coming in at 10 g of carbs and no HFCS. We just launched in August and are getting lots of great feedback. Bing is being featured by the Food Networks's show "Unwrapped" (due to air in June) because of our healthy ingredients full bodied, and refreshing flavor. (Fabulous mixer w Tequilla, beer and Tuaca) We have over 100 retail accounts in the Denver-Metro area and gaining more by the day. I would love to send you a case and let you try it. (BTW, Like the picture in Vail).
Where can I send/deliver it? In the off chance you are a golfer, we have a booth at the Golf Expo this weekend (thru 2/11).
Thanks so much,
Susan
Posted by Susan Seckman | February 9, 2007 11:32 AM
Posted on February 9, 2007 11:32