Shame on me!

I recently found out that a friend of mine, someone who I have known for over 15 years, has been battling breast cancer. I last saw her in July, before we left AR, and she has been through four surgeries and obviously a lot of issues since that time. My emotions overcame me as she was telling me of her experiences. I could not believe the strength she displayed as she told of her illness. I was greatly impacted by our conversation. The fact that someone so young and healthy had experienced this was overwhelming. In addition, I was also struck by the fact that I, nor any of our friends knew. SHAME ON ME!!! I can't believe that I have gotten so "busy" (as you know that is FAR from the truth) that I am unable to keep in touch with my friends.

This prompted my New Year's Resolution. Now, let me say, I am not a fan of resolutions. I mean honestly, why do we subject ourselves to failure, i.e., weight loss, saving money, etc. These resolutions are those that I am unable to keep; however, I really want to be a better friend. I want to make a conscience effort to "keep in touch" with everyone. There is no reason why we shouldn't have known that our friend was facing this terrible illness.

I am now going to be known among you guys as Amy "all in your business" Seale. This is your warning! I am going to check in on everyone periodically. GET READY...