Hemlock

[Teddy]

Tonight, my older sister Sheryl passed away. All I can hear and feel is the table clock she gave me close to forty years ago. Every morning, the first thing I do (unless I am very hungry or I have a large poo) is wind it so the tick-tocks persist for another day.

Please take this time to call a family member who you have not spoken to in a while and reconnect. You don't have to love them, but acknowledge them. You may never have that opportunity again.

I'm sorry to hear that Hemlock

It wasn't until after I moved across the country for my job that I realized how much I care about my friends and family back in my hometown. It probably sounds ridiculous coming from a guy in his mid twenties, but I'm highly aware that if I don't make the efforts, then I've likely had well over 90-95% of the life encounters I'll ever have with those I care most about.

Nowadays, whenever I spend time with them, I'm thankful and try to keep that in mind. And I make sure that I seek out the opportunities when possible, rather than just waiting around for it. Thanks for the reminder.

-Teddy