How and Why?

How could a little girl of the very young age of 11 die of cancer just a few hours ago? I knew very little about this little angel. She was the daughter of a friend of a friend. Since age 6 she has battled for her life. Radiation, chemo and an unfaltering spirit. She was a daughter, a twin sister and a big sister, a best friend, a middle-school student, a dancer and... a little girl.

Why????? It just doesn't seem fair that someone so young, my son's age, has lost her life. Not fair, not fair, not fair. The words on this post will never match my exact thoughts but I definitely feel that the world changed today. Isn't it time that a cure for cancer be discovered?

Rest in peace, little one. You did make an impact on this world and those who surrounded you. Even me who hardly knew you.

Aristocats

After several months of before and after school practices, tonight is the premier of Meadowbrook's version of the musical, Aristocats. No, Ben is not the star of the show, but he does have a 5-line speaking and singing part. His character's name is Vichy and he is a member of the dog army. So... Vichy/Bennyboo... break a leg and all that. Can't wait to see you and I hope that I don't cry from being so proud!