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Very SAD day....

I knew it was coming...eventually. Today my friend Amy, who has been battling cancer (which started as breast cancer) for 8 long years has finally lost her battle. Her husband called me at 11:55 today and asked if I could come to the hospital quick. I knew it wasn't good. By the time I got there, she had already passed. But she looked SO peaceful..and NOT in pain. It was somewhat comforting. Hard...but comforting.

Amy was the one who called ME when I was diagnosed and lended her support and knowledge to me. But in doing so, we just seemed to "click". We both said that it was like we'd known each other for 20 years! And in reality I didn't even know her for a full year! I'll be forever grateful to our kids...Jordan (my daughter) and Zach (her son) who have been friends since the 4th grade. When I was diagnosed, Zach asked Jordan if she thought a call from his mom would help me? She called and we talked for almost 2 hours the first time...and our friendship has only grown stronger over the last 8-9 months!

Even after all the emotional stuff today, I still did go to the gym tonight for Body Pump. But when I came home I didn't do so well. Did a little emotional eating. Not sure why I do that...but it happens I guess. I'll rebound back and be ok tomorrow.

13 Comments

Comment by Kris on June 25, 2008 at 10:27pm: I am so sad to hear your news. I'm glad your friendship has left you with special memories and thoughts for these initial days of grief and the days to come. I know that look of peace, my grandfather had the same look when he passed away from Alzheimer's--I felt so blessed to finally see him at peace after his battle with the disease. I missed him, and yet felt joy in the peace. I don't think emotional eating is odd at all, and if you rebound for tomorrow, great, and if not, that's ok too. The info might just start sinking in tomorrow. I will keep you and your family and hers in my prayers for peace and comfort.

Comment by Kelly on June 25, 2008 at 10:28pm: Sorry to hear about your sad news. It is good to know that she wasn't in any pain and all was peaceful. What a hard thing to go through. Keep your head high and do what you can for eating. You are very dedicated still going to the gym too! You guys are in my thoughts.

Comment by Kerri on June 25, 2008 at 10:48pm: I will keep her family and yours in my thoughts as well.

Comment by ronji on June 26, 2008 at 12:58am: I am so sorry to hear that...but at least she is at peace now. I am sure your friendship was so important to her in her final months. Take all the time you need to remember her and the impact she had on your life. Keeping your eating and exercise habits the same may help you through this difficult time...but don't stress if you are off for a few days...everything will fall back into place with time. You are in my thoughts...take care.

Comment by Tricia on June 26, 2008 at 11:08am: I am so sorry to hear that....I've followed all your stories about Amy and I know the world has lost a lovely woman! She's not in pain anymore, and I'm so glad you were able to get to know her this past year! I can't even begin to try and understand the pain you are feeling for your friend. You and her family will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Comment by Donna on June 26, 2008 at 2:22pm: I'm so sorry for your loss Robyn. I lost a dear friend earlier this year too and it's such a hard thing to grasp but I'll pray that you find JOY in the memories you have and as time passes, that your heart will heal! :) Thanks for sharing such a personal thing. God Bless!

Comment by Dev on June 26, 2008 at 5:48pm: I'm so very sorry about your friend, Robyn.

Comment by Robyn on June 27, 2008 at 11:25am: Thank you ALL so very much! You guys are the best!!!

Comment by Michele D on June 27, 2008 at 11:35am: I am very sorry to hear your news. She must have been a special lady. One of my fellow band moms passed away from cancer earlier this year and it's tough. Hard to lose someone so young, with so much to lok forward to. But she handled it bravely and said her goodbyes in her quiet way and the love others had for her was apparent at the services that were held to remember her. All my best to you and her family over the next several days and weeks...stick together, it helps!

Comment by Kristi on June 27, 2008 at 3:56pm: I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. But at least she is in a better place now and is no more pain! And thank goodness for the wonderful friendship y'all had and the lovely memories I know y'all made to remember her by. People that you just "click" with are so special and even having a small about of time with a person like that is better than no time at all. You, your family and her family are in my prayers!

Very SAD day....

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