Oh heart, if one should say to you that the soul perishes like the body, answer that the flower withers, but the seed remains. ~Kahlil Gibran

Last night my childhood friend Stephanie lost her beloved husband to Melanoma. He was only 29 years old, and left behind Stephanie and their six month old son. As some of you may know, I have a morbid, angry fear of death. I do not think about people going to heaven when they die, I just feel robbed and bitter. However, my friend Stephanie has a very strong faith in God, and feels comforted that her husband has gone on to a better place. She is also relieved that he will no longer have to undergo chemo and radiation. I admire her strength, and hope she can carry on in the tough days ahead. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

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