November 28, 2007

Hello Friends. It's been a little over a week since my sweet sister passed and it still doesn't seem real. I keep expecting her to pull up into her spot at the office, while talking on the phone. Everyone, friends and family, were so wonderful during this difficult time for us.

I would like to thank John Knowles and all of Johnny's co-workers at Exxon; their support was unsurpassed. Because of them Johnny was able to be by Lisa's side, taking care of her. And Johnny did take care of her. His love, patience and his self-education were a testimony to the rock-solid relationship he and Lisa shared for over 32 years.

I would like to thank Samson Controls, Matthew's new employer. The support that was shown to Matthew is a memory I will carry for life. Matt has not been with this company for very long and they never hesitated in giving him the flexibility he needed to be with his Mom.

And to Mike Stafford's office, John Paul's employer. John Paul was able to be with his mother, as well.

And my parents at Landmark Interest Corporation for allowing me the leeway to be with Lisa at a moment's notice. To Johnny for always welcoming me into his and Lisa's space and treating me as his sister.

Lisa was my true friend. She loved me no matter what, as only sisters can. And she knew I loved her. There was a specific time when Lisa and I were on one of our many shopping ventures, walking along and we were laughing about how we thought our verbal responses were so close and also that our voices sounded alike. We then both happened to look down at the same time and we both had our purse on the left arm with our left hand stuck in our jean's pocket. We had a really good laugh about that.
Lisa was one in a million and if I can just be a tiny bit like her then I consider myself a better person.
I will carry Lisa in my heart and I know she is looking out for me from above. I know I am blessed. Love to all, Dee Anne