I don’t know how to gracefully share bad news, and I apologize for that. But sadness and loss always seem to strike unexpectedly, and is never gracious or understanding.
My very dear friend passed away tragically yesterday from a heart attack.
She was very healthy, fit, young, and still planning to have a beautiful Christmas with her family.
She has been my mentor, my friend, kind, generous in every way. I simply cannot believe that she has gone. I know she is Home now, but it is nearly impossible to see how that could be better than being here with us. I am selfish – I wish she belonged to us.
Please pray for her family. We are all so very heartbroken over her passing.
Making Food. Eating Food. 
I’m so sorry! Is it anyone we know?
Emily Baker
Chanelle,
I just heard last night. I am so sorry. We are praying for them and for the whole church. I know you all will be a great comfort to them in this time.
I’m so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and her family.
Eileen
I am sharing your selfishness here. So many hurting people left behind.
I think if we had a chance to sample heaven we’d be so anxious to join her there.
I’m so sorry for your loss, C. Krysten told me about this yesterday. My heart goes out to you.
Oh, no! Chanelle, I’m just so so sorry. Hugs to you and your family, and hers.
Very sorry to hear about this sad news. It’s always so hard to understand why things like this happen.
Chanelle, I’m so sorry to hear about this, especially at this time of year.
thank you, so very much, for all your kind comments. it softens the blow a little to have people who care. it really means a lot. thank you.
~chanelle