I apologize in advance if you want to read an entry about running. And I hereby (yes, hereby) give full and fair warning that this blog entry is a big downer.

I received a call today from my uncle that my Grandma had taken a big turn for the worse. I asked my husband to meet me for a walk around the square (so I could selfishly receive the hugs and kisses I needed), then went to hospice. I spent the day and much of the night there with my wonderful family and we all helped as much as we could, which was very little.

I have had to deal with many deaths before, but never watched someone I love die. It was painful, yet my heart was filled because I could be there to comfort her and ensure she was not alone.

I kissed her goodnight and told her I loved her and she responded in a way that let me know she knew. It was an amazing gift to me.

Hug those you love. Life is precious. Life is short. Life is beautiful.