Doesn't Hurt Any Less

A year ago today, I lost a dear friend. Cayley and her three friends were driving back into town when their car lost control and hit another car. The only survivor was a baby in the other car.

I have never lost a friend before, so it has been a pretty rough year, but not only for me. My friends and I at work have been supporting each other since the accident, and Cayley's best friend has become a part of that family. She is probably one of the strongest people I know, and I'm sure the girls couldn't be more proud to have such an amazing friend. My heart definitely goes out to her and Cayley's family, especially today.

It was hard not to love Cayley. Right off the bat you could tell she was the sweetest thing to ever walk this planet, but she was also a little firecracker. She would make wise remarks when needed (also when they were unnecessary, but they were hilarious), and she would never fail to make you laugh. Her smile was the biggest, brightest thing, and she had the most beautiful big blue eyes. She could seriously sell clothes to you just by smiling at you. I never understood how she did it. Now I know that no one else could ever match her, she was truly one of a kind.

It has only been a year, but just thinking about it makes it feel like it was yesterday. It won't get any easier anytime soon, but we just need to stay strong and appreciate the time we had with this very special girl. Cayley, you are truly loved and missed (but you already knew that! Obviously!), and I can't wait to see you again someday. Always thinking of you. Love you baby girl!

Gorgeous girl