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Comforted by Holding Hands
How do you find the words you need when there is nothing that can be said to make things better, right, justified, or comprehensible? It’s impossible to put into words what the last eight days have been like, but somehow after 18 years with Lindsay I found a new level of love I didn't know existed or thought possible--which makes this update all that much harder to share.
I am heartbroken to say that Lindsay passed away this morning with her brother, Eric, and me by her side. She fought so hard during her battle with cancer, and that fight continued this past week until she finally found her necessary peace and comfort. I held Lindsay’s hand as she took her last breaths and without any perceived pain she decided it was time to go. Somehow I am comforted in knowing she chose this moment--with our hands locked--that she no longer needed to be in pain. She knew Arya, Ellis, and I would be okay and that we would have unconditional love and support from family and friends to help us navigate this emotional time.
It was the shitty perfect ending to the most beautiful life and person imaginable.
Lindsay was surrounded by love this past week with visits from our immediate family and dear friends, and I shared with her your countless messages of love and support. The number of people Lindsay has touched and impacted is magical and inspiring. Stories from teachers she inspired, to messages of love from lifelong friends, to a spirited Facebook group full of care and support, to random strangers who happened upon this blog and were touched by Lindsay’s zeal for life, and to family and friends showing everlasting love--Lindsay touched us all and her love and light will forever live within us.
Further thoughts, emotions, stories, and information will certainly follow (as will plans and resources to communally remember and celebrate Lindsay; thank you for your patience). I love you all and so appreciate your continued love and support for our family.
Lindsay was a beautiful young woman so full of life that it’s hard to believe that she is gone. She has impacted so many people with her beautiful spirit and ‘glass half full’ attitude’ and will be missed by many. I have you and the kids in my prayers and hope for you all to move forward. Lindsay will live on in all of our hearts forever.
Love you always,
Aunt Melissa
I dedicate every sunny day to Lindsay. She was sunshine - and the thing about sunshine is that, while you can’t hold sunshine in your hands, you can feel it on your skin each time it graces your face.
To your forever sunshine Chris. So much love to you, Tammy
Chris I am so sorry and I wish I could say something to heal this awful pain. Sending you love, hugs, prayers and healing.
This is Mitch Levy. While I never had the opportunity to meet you guys, I felt like I got to know Lindsey through her writings. Simply put - I can’t imagine there could be a more genuine example of courage, humanity & personality then this shiniest of lights. Those beautiful children will carry Lindsey’s unique and enduring spirit every step they take. Her memory will be the ultimate blessing. Hang in there!
She touched soooo many lives.
My heart goes out to all of you xox