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While I am not normally one to discuss things such as politics and current events, there is something going on in the media right now that I just cannot ignore. And though I do not want to really add to the noise, the speculation and the drama surrounding such a private and personal tragedy, I feel lead to share a story.
I’m talking about the Jennifer Hudson family murders that happened last Friday when her mom, Darnell Donerson, and her brother, Jason Hudson, were fatally shot in their home and then her little 7 year old nephew, Julian King was found murdered in the back of Jason’s stolen SUV Monday morning.
I just cannot fathom the pain Ms. Hudson and her family are going through right now. And if I could, I would just hug them all and tell them how much I hurt for them.
Because . . . I can understand the pain of losing a young child you would do anything for, one who is the light of your life.
See, on October 29, 1991 - 17 years ago today - my 8 year old niece, Sherri, died of cancer.
As Ms. Hudson has said about her nephew, Sherri was my reason for living, my everything. She and I were extremely close. She was the first child I ever felt that kind of love for, had that kind of bond with and she was like my own child.
Sherri would be 25 this year, probably graduating college, maybe even getting married or having a child of her own. It’s these thoughts that tear me apart. It’s these thoughts that tear me apart for Julian King and Jennifer Hudson and Julia Hudson and everyone around the world who has lost a special child.
So, tonight, I invite you to hug your loved ones, tell them you love them. Gather them close and let them know they are special to you. It’s time for the world to stop hurting.
Stop hurting ourselves.
Stop hurting our families.
Stop hurting our friends and neighbors.
Our brothers and sisters.
Our fellow man.
The time is now.
And this is why the elections next week are so, so, so important! As an American (if you are one), it is your duty, your job, your right - to get out there and vote. There are no excuses. Every vote counts.
Let. Every. Voice. Be. Heard!
In the arena,
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October 29th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
It pains me to realize that it has been 25 years since Sheri passed away. She gave me a whole new respect for kids at that time. I had no idea the strength that one person can have. I will always remember what she said to me so many years ago….”Hey, what are you looking at! I am sick and not contagious. I won’t rub off on you. So don’t be afraid and don’t treat me any different than any other kid….I won’t break.”
I loved her for that. It made me realize that even if you don’t say anything the way you look at and treat people show more than words can ever say. To her I say thank you! For teaching me that lesson so many years ago.
Funny that I picked tonight to turn on the computer and take a look to see what I needed to know. Looks like I needed a reminder there are bigger things in life that mean so much more.
We need to look at the big picture.
God Bless Sherri, She still is watching over us all.
Love Kari
October 29th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
Hey Bud!
Thanks so much for stopping by! It means the world to me and so do you.
It is very hard to realize it’s been that long, isn’t it? Not a day goes by that I don’t think of her but this year - this week - it’s been incredibly hard for some reason.
You stopping by and leaving a comment has just made it much more bearable. Thank you!
Love you always,
~ Annie
October 29th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
oops she would be 25 and it has been 17 years either way it has been a long time.
October 30th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
Hi Annie - My heart goes out to you. Loss of loved ones is never easy, and having had my share, like you said we always remember those dates.
I totally agree, we do need to stop hurting others. That is certainly not why we were put on this earth.
You have my sympathies.
Barbara
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October 30th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
Hi Barbara,
Thank you for your kind words and sympathies. I truly appreciate it.
And yes, it’s definitely a date I’ll never forget. I’ll never forget my sisters, my dads, my grandpas or my grandmas, either. Those dates are etched within my soul.
But I shared this for exactly that reason - because it does hurt so much. And I know in times like these, we often feel so alone even with loved ones close by. If I can reach out and touch just one person, it’s worth my while to speak up.
I may share more later. We’ll see.
~ Annie