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A Small Tribute

8/24/2015

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Today, I attended a memorial service for a young woman I have known for several years.  Although we were not close, it was obvious to me that she possessed “joie de vivre” – intelligence, vivaciousness and vibrancy – she had a most engaging smile.  I came to find out, though, that it was much more than simple joy, she lived life through her faith.  She was a life time member of a congregation that encircled her and provided the foundation for that faith.  Her family was her rock and set a wonderful example.  She lived that example, and she lived it well.  She pursued her career, community concerns and interest in sports with talent and gusto.   I wish I had known her better; I’m pleased that we shared a particular affinity to a winery that will always be in my heart.  She is gone though, and much too soon, in this mortal’s opinion; she was only 39.  We don’t get to choose when we come into this world, or when we leave it.  We can, though, develop a faith that will help us through our lives and provide us the ability to face whatever comes after – she had that faith.  The service in her honor was beautiful, one that was much more uplifting than many I’ve attended.  Death comes to all, but it is not the end.  Jodi, you will be missed by those of us left in this world, and I like to believe that you are in a much better place
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Rebecca
8/24/2015 11:27:58 am

Thank you so much for writing in honor of Jodi. She was a very special person.

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