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Holiday letter
We are preparing our Christmas cards, and as usual, we will be including a letter in the cards when they go in the mail. This was probably the hardest holiday letter I've had to write, but we felt like we needed to send one out. For those of you who aren't on our mailing list, here's this year's letter:
As most of you probably have heard by now, 2010 has turned out to be a terribly difficult year for our family. On August 30, our younger daughter and sister, Becky, was killed after being struck by a car while riding her bike. The loss of her sparkling personality and love have left a huge hole in our lives, as we struggle to put together a new life without her.
For those that knew Becky, we hope that the memory of her energy, of her ever-present smile, and her readiness to share a hug will provide you with some measure of comfort, as it does for us. Because she was born on Valentine’s Day, Becky had a natural affinity for that holiday, but in so many ways, her personality also embodied the spirit of the Christmas holiday as well. She loved easily and fully, and was considerate of the needs and feelings of others. She often went out of her way to be kind to others, to make them feel included. There was no such thing as strangers in her world, just friends she hadn’t yet met. Her life was a model of how to love completely, and should stand as an example for each of us.
As we struggle to understand the tragedy that has overwhelmed our family, we have come to recognize the dangers of taking life for granted. None of us are promised tomorrow, so that it is important to make every effort to live our lives to the fullest each and every day. Be sure to treasure the moments you have with those that you love, as they happen. It is the memory of those special moments that will sustain us through the difficult times.
Most years, we try to express a message about the joy, hope, or love embodied in this holiday season. But this year, our holiday spirit is dampened by our sadness. As we move forward, striving to create new memories, it is impossible not to acknowledge our loss and the pain that it has left us with. We are strengthened by the incredible support of our community, friends, and family, and with their help, we hope to find comfort and peace.
We have created an online memorial to Becky, and invite everyone to visit it and share their stories and memories, as well as any favorite photos and videos from her life. Remember Becky and share her love by sharing her hugs. The Becky’s Hugs page is at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beckys-Hugs/147053868666518
We hope that you all have a joyful season of hope and love. May you all find peace and happiness in the new year.
As most of you probably have heard by now, 2010 has turned out to be a terribly difficult year for our family. On August 30, our younger daughter and sister, Becky, was killed after being struck by a car while riding her bike. The loss of her sparkling personality and love have left a huge hole in our lives, as we struggle to put together a new life without her.
For those that knew Becky, we hope that the memory of her energy, of her ever-present smile, and her readiness to share a hug will provide you with some measure of comfort, as it does for us. Because she was born on Valentine’s Day, Becky had a natural affinity for that holiday, but in so many ways, her personality also embodied the spirit of the Christmas holiday as well. She loved easily and fully, and was considerate of the needs and feelings of others. She often went out of her way to be kind to others, to make them feel included. There was no such thing as strangers in her world, just friends she hadn’t yet met. Her life was a model of how to love completely, and should stand as an example for each of us.
As we struggle to understand the tragedy that has overwhelmed our family, we have come to recognize the dangers of taking life for granted. None of us are promised tomorrow, so that it is important to make every effort to live our lives to the fullest each and every day. Be sure to treasure the moments you have with those that you love, as they happen. It is the memory of those special moments that will sustain us through the difficult times.
Most years, we try to express a message about the joy, hope, or love embodied in this holiday season. But this year, our holiday spirit is dampened by our sadness. As we move forward, striving to create new memories, it is impossible not to acknowledge our loss and the pain that it has left us with. We are strengthened by the incredible support of our community, friends, and family, and with their help, we hope to find comfort and peace.
We have created an online memorial to Becky, and invite everyone to visit it and share their stories and memories, as well as any favorite photos and videos from her life. Remember Becky and share her love by sharing her hugs. The Becky’s Hugs page is at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beckys-Hugs/147053868666518
We hope that you all have a joyful season of hope and love. May you all find peace and happiness in the new year.