as if you ever needed a reason

It's in times of tragedy that we always remember that life is too short. You can hear me say it ALL OF THE TIME (not always in the face of tragedy, but b/c I need to remind myself a lot). It especially became my mantra about 4 1/2 years ago when a very good friend of mine... same age as me... we grew up together riding bikes in the neighborhood... passed away from some "freak" disease that was never really pinpointed.  Dennis,  this is a shoutout to you my friend.  Life is too short not to enjoy it as often as possible.  Well... as if any of you needed another reason to live by this rule... here is a story I found that will rip your heart out.  I have been reading this blog as of late, as these people have the best attitude EVER.

Please, people... seriously... We just never know what is going to happen... live life with flair and laughter... please. (quote by Maya Angelou).