MamatoAlexa
New member
Melissa planned the service and it was beautiful, just like our Mel. There was a time for those in attendance to share stories and memories of Melissa. I so wanted to say something. Every time I would slow my tears and catch my breath enough that I thought I could say something, another person would bring me to tears so I ended up not speaking out loud. I had many quiet moments of thanking Melissa for all of us. I told her that I am a wimp when it comes to public speaking and she could trip me at any point. Funny thing, I did slip on the ice covered pavement on the way out of the funeral home. LOL.
I was able to hold Jazmine in my arms a few times. She is such an amazing young lady. I spoke with Robert for a few minutes until he said he did not feel up to talking any more. I totally understood, gave him a big hug and reminded him to lean all of the people there for him, that Melissa brought into his life.
I was able to speak to many of Melissa's siblings. What a beautiful family.
Mel and I both grew up in Sullivan County. When I was dx at 18 months, our families became friendly. Our Moms held penny socials and the like to raise money for the CFF. I did not remember any of her family members but they remembered me. I made sure to thank all of them for Melissa. I told them what an inspiration she has been for so many touched by CF.
I was able to briefly meet Jada and Graves. What great people.
I feel as if I should write more, to give you more of a feel for the service and the beautiful music Melissa chose. Maybe in a few days I will be able to write more. I do not want to sound dramatic but for years and years, Melissa was the only other person I knew with CF. This is the first funeral/memorial I have attended for a CF'ers. Seeing her family even when they had smiles on their faces was pretty hard on me. This was not about me in any way but it still shook me.
Love to all of you!
Breathe easy Melissa. Thank you. Thank you for everything.
I was able to hold Jazmine in my arms a few times. She is such an amazing young lady. I spoke with Robert for a few minutes until he said he did not feel up to talking any more. I totally understood, gave him a big hug and reminded him to lean all of the people there for him, that Melissa brought into his life.
I was able to speak to many of Melissa's siblings. What a beautiful family.
Mel and I both grew up in Sullivan County. When I was dx at 18 months, our families became friendly. Our Moms held penny socials and the like to raise money for the CFF. I did not remember any of her family members but they remembered me. I made sure to thank all of them for Melissa. I told them what an inspiration she has been for so many touched by CF.
I was able to briefly meet Jada and Graves. What great people.
I feel as if I should write more, to give you more of a feel for the service and the beautiful music Melissa chose. Maybe in a few days I will be able to write more. I do not want to sound dramatic but for years and years, Melissa was the only other person I knew with CF. This is the first funeral/memorial I have attended for a CF'ers. Seeing her family even when they had smiles on their faces was pretty hard on me. This was not about me in any way but it still shook me.
Love to all of you!
Breathe easy Melissa. Thank you. Thank you for everything.