Two years ago today my beautiful Aunt Brenda went home to God. She was an inspiration to me in so many ways and continues to push me to succeed in every way. I miss her more now than ever. She would help me through this time, she would tell me push on, she would tell me that someday it won't hurt so bad. I now have Uncle Mitch telling me those things. He knows, he understands, and he gets every part of what I am going through. Today he text me a Bible verse that I needed so badly. I know if he can do it, I can do it. The image of Kevin and Aunt Brenda welcoming us one day is a peaceful image.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18: Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us and eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

This picture was taken at her house for my bridal portraits. I told her I wanted a picture of her and I and she said "okay, wait a minute and I'll get my dress on." Fifteen minutes later she came out with her the wedding dress she had worn 34 years prior in her wedding. It was like it was no big deal...doesn't everybody have their wedding dress hanging in their closet "just in case?" It was classic Brenda. I am so blessed to have this photo with her.

Love you and miss you Aunt Brenda!