Rainbow at dusk
I was thinking about skipping the photo challenge this week. And then the unexpected surprise happened. Over the Rainbow by Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwo’ole popped up on Pandora and I found myself crying like a baby. You see this song was played at the funeral of my daughter’s best friend whose life was brought to a horrible, violent end by a gun shot on July 31, 2011 days after turning 20 years old.
Megan’s life was so full of promise. A hard-working, and beautiful girl inside and out she was the class valedictorian of her graduating class and was studying occupational therapy at the same university as my daughter. So this post is for you Meg; remembering your spirited energy, warm laugh and the way you lit up a room with your smile. Knowing you, you are in heaven welcoming new souls as they arrive with love.
(L to R) Meg & Liv
In closing are Megan’s words of wisdom she spoke to her peers during her graduation speech, “Remember, you are the author of your life, make it a best-seller!”
composting words 
I love Iz’s version of that song and now I will think of Megan when I play it. He died very young too – although from obesity, not a gun shot, but still tragic.
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As a kid I loved the Judy Garland version but there is something haunting about Iz’s version that goes straight to the heart – joyful and sad at the same time.
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My thoughts and prayers to Megan and her family. With each rainbow on a hopeful sky, with each song of joy and hope, her legacy will be remembered. Her smile, her light, her joy, her hopes lives everyday. Heaven has another beautiful angel to watch and inspire us always.
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I always think of her as watching over her family and friends and sending love to heal their broken hearts.
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Rainbow at dusk as one listens to the magical, haunting, nostalgic “Somewhere Over The Rainbow.” These are what magical, happy moments are all about. Wishing you an amazing Christmas full rainbows and possibilities.
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Beautiful post xxx
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Thanks for your kind words. She was such a beautiful person.
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Loving Megan’s words. Thanks for sharing them with us.
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I appreciate you letting me know that you were moved by Megan’s words. She had an amazing attitude about life
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Wonderful post!
And, also, thank you so much for the Lemon Macaroons with coconut–so good!–and you’re right, I felt better after eating them!
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Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment on this post. And, I’m glad you enjoyed the lemon macaroons!
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