Tomorrow

Tomorrow. Somehow we always think we will have tomorrow. Somehow we think we can put off everything until tomorrow. But, the truth is that tomorrow might never come. Today may be all we really have. A friend of mine will never get to live another tomorrow. Today was her last day on this earth. She has left behind a loving family, and more friends, co-workers and students to count. This has been evident in the last few days through the outpouring of love and support for Mary. She made a difference in the world each and every day. Right now everyone is at a loss as to how to go on. Her family is devastated. Her school grieves for her and how they will be able to begin a new school year without her presence. But, you know the thing about Mary. She really knew how to live.  Each and every day she gave her best, her all, and people like that cannot be forgotten. Over the years Mary taught a lot of little kindergarteners  how to tie their shoes, and more importantly how to read. I can't help but believe that Mary is still teaching us something today; how to live a life fully and honestly with much gusto. To Mary my sweet friend who always greeted me with a hug when I came to visit.