Sunday, February 1, 2009

Grateful.....And Humbled!!!!

So I was planning on updating our blog today with all the happenings of christmas etc. But something happened last night that has never happened to me before. I of course went to bed early and Garrett came up stairs and woke me up at about ten and said that Alyssa (my older sister) called and I need to call nachelle. She was crying in her truck and wouldn't come in the house. I asked what was wrong. He said Jana died. For a minute I was what am I still asleep. I think I said what like five times. Who is Jana you ask??? Jana was a previous roommate of Nachelle's. She got married and moved, but she wasn't just any roommate but one of her best friends. This girl was so much fun. Always full of life, nice to whoever she saw, and her and nachelle were pretty much connected at the hip. She would help watch Brecken when we would take him over to Nachelle's house. Next question. What happened to this special girl?? She was driving to Utah with her husband and got into an accident. She was thrown from the car. She has been on life support for the last few days and last night they decided to take her off. She only lasted a few hours. I think i cried for a long time last night. Now i wasn't best friends with Jana but i've never had a friend pass away.
This has made me truely humbled and grateful for life. Often times we say life isn't fair. I believe that this is one of those times. I am truely grateful for my knowledge of the gospel and the plan of salvation. Many times in life we get caught up in our daily lives and forget about the eternal perspective of things. For example, this semester i am taking my hardest class i'll probably have to take in college. The dreaded Chem 106. The class is awful. I know in a few months it will be over but right now it's been my stresser. Not anymore, Jana has made me realize i need to enjoy life. Not just moments of it but all of it. There are times when Garrett and I are together but not spending time together. Like watching TV We're together but not spending time together. Last night we decided we need to spend more quality time together. I'm so grateful for such a great husband who is completely patient with me. I'm truely grateul for my Crazy little midget Brecken. He makes life full and fun and crazy. Never really need to go to the gym with that kid around. The only time he stops is when he's asleep and i'm glad he's fun and active and enjoys life. So sorry this is more of a journal entry but i feel like i've had a reality check.
Nachelle if you read this. You are in our prayers. I know this is probably one of the hardest things you'll have to go through in a very long time. Know that we love you and miss you. Brecken was lookin at pictures on the computer yesterday and your picture came up he got really excited and just kept ponting at your picture. He loves you so much. You'll see Jana again, you know that. I know it doesn't make it easy right now but having that knowledge will make it easier. I love you!!! Your my best friend. I can't wait for you to get back to the BURG!!!!! Please call if you need anything!!! Love your Weena

1 comment:

Melly Mae said...

hey love- crazy times. i hope nashelle is okay.