Sunday, May 25, 2008
Rosie meant so very much to me and changed my life. I worked with her at Z-Place and one day she said to me (about going to college).."Someday you will wake up and it will be too late". Shortly thereafter, as a result of her warning, I started school and am now finishing my Master's degree in Nursing, and am the Chief Nursing Officer at a hospital. All thanks to her.
Her great wisdom and fortitude drove me to succeed, and I am indebted to her.
I remember assisting her in getting a stubborn young bull into the barn! She would also bring me "real milk" as she knew I hated the store-bought stuff.
Her memory will always be with me. Her last Christmas card meant more than I can say. She was the down-to-earth, wise and forthright woman I wish I could be. Whenever I felt a bit lowly she would say to me, "I don't see anybody here I like any better than myself!". She taught me so much and gave me strength in trying times. She will always be with me. She was my second Mom. I will always love, cherish and respect her.
My most sincere and heart felt condolences to her family and other friends. Through you she lives on always. I think of myself as one of Rosie's successes, as I know, too, are you.
God bless you all abundantly with hope, grace and comfort.
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