Life can change so quickly.

Last Saturday, June 12, we lost my sister and friend, Judy, to breast cancer. I knew early in the week that her time may be drawing near, so postponed the surgery until a later time so that I could be in Cleveland.

I am so grateful for friends and relatives who have been so supportive these last few days, especially Loretta and my family. Without you, this would be so much more difficult to bear than it already is. I take great comfort in knowing that you are there.

I am also grateful for Judy's husband, Frank, who has been right by her side during this entire time. I am sure that Judy was comforted by his never faltering love and care.

There is an old gospel song, "Going Home" that is based on a classical piece of music by Dvorak. I have always been a fan of gospel and spiritual music, but it's one of my favorites. Part of the lyrics are:

"Going home, going home, I'm a going home;
Quiet-like, some still day, I'm just' going home.
It's not far, just close by,
Through an open door;
Work all done, care laid by,
Going to fear no more.

Mother's there expecting me,
Father's waiting too;
Lots o' folk gathered there,
All the friends I knew,
All the friends I knew.
Home, I'm going home!"

Judy has gone home, and I will miss her terribly, but know that some day she will be waiting for me and I will see her again.

Rest in peace, sis.