We are family and we will never forget.  / Shelly Tidwell (Sister)

Tonight I have a quiet moment to remember. Those of you who know me know that I have few quiet moments but I remember something my dad said at Trish's memorial service. As he looked out at the room full of people who knew and loved Trisha he noted that the friends that had gathered were just that...friends. To them Trish was a friend that passed away too young. I myself remember a friend from high school that died when I was in the military and I was saddened but I was not broken. I don't remember the date she died. I am sure her mother and father brother know the date by heart. I always wondered how people remembered the date or year that a loved one died. I don't wonder anymore. It is a date that is burned in your heart. You know what you were doing when you heard you remember the feeling of your heart breaking your chest so tight you couldn't breathe your stomach clenching your throat closing... the shock just being incapacitating. I thought I knew what pain was before we lost Trish but I had no idea how deeply we can hurt. 3 years later I relive that moment I can't help it. The pain is still here and still fresh still real. It will always be here. It doesn't go away I just keep busy living loving forgiving and when I have a quiet moment I sneak away and cherish her pictures watch her videos hear her voice.... have her with me for just a moment more. I open my Bible and read her Christmas cards run my finger over her handwriting and I can still hear her. We are family.

 

augustus 19 2008. I don't have to try to remember. I cannot forget.

Family is Forever for Always and No Matter What.

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A Poem  / Crystal McGinn (Sister)

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I'm not there
I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glisten of snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn's rain


Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there I did not die.

 

I heard this and it makes my think of how Trisha is still with us everyday. Trisha I love you and miss you so much.

Always the Bigger Little Sister

Crystal

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What a loss  / Dad
Trisha I miss you so much. Close

A Year?  / Crystal Cox (Sister)

I can't believe Trisha has been gone for a year! The pain is so fresh  and luckly so are the amazing memories I have of her! Last time I saw Trisha I was up in Colorado and it was great! Jamey and I landed on a Friday Mike and Trisha were waiting at the Airport for us. We went and picked up baby Gauge I could tell Trisha was tired but she was so excited to see us! Katie and Tatum were able to visit the same weekend and we needed to go get Katie. I remember driving down these tiny back roads just Trisha and myself no street lights and Trisha was fearless. Having that time with her is so special to me now...She was so amazing she was always so caring so sweet. We hads a great time that weekend and I'll never forget the big huge she gave me before we left. I love her so much and miss her deeply. I can't wait to be re-united with her in heaven.

 

 

I love you girlie!

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So sorry for your loss  / Elyse Laudenslayer (Friend of Crystals )
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish there was something I could do or say that would make this situation easier on you all. The only thing I know to say, is stay strong, and trust that she is with God. I wish you all the best and hope you can get through this time together. With love, Elyse Close

Memories.... / Crystal Cox (Sister)

I was hoping this would be a place where we could all share our memories, our feelings, and our love for Trisha! I know that we all love and miss Trisha! So please share...no matter what it may be!

Always the Bigger Little Sister,

Crystal

PS: Please keep Mike and Baby Gauge in your prayers!

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