Friday, July 9, 2010

Sad day in my life..

July 9, 1986

The date above was truly one of the worst days of my life. My older Sister Darlene was a victim to domestic violence. She passed away at the age of 38. I can not describe my sorrow and won't even try. However, I would like to urge those of you in abusive relationships to GET OUT!
There is help. Contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline. 1 800 799.safe 1 800 799 7223.
It's Anonymous & Confidential. They are there 24/7. There is help for you! Get educated and Get help NOW.
To my Sweet Sister Darlene, your in my thoughts and heart.
I love and miss you.
Barbie

2 comments:

  1. Darlene is watching you from Heaven with love in her eyes and a smile on her face - I know she is very proud of you.

    Keep writing your letters and showing others there is help out there!

    Love you
    Robin

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  2. I remember that day well. I lost a wonderful friend. I shall always remember that day - in fact, July isn't a very good month for me - except that there is NO SCHOOL - your sister died and then Tommy died on July 14th. I have this little plaque on my wall that Darlene gave me - it has a ribbon and then says "Friend, you are a precious part of me". I treasure it - as I do your family. Keep being the fun loving, crazy person that you are - Darlene would have wanted it that way - Love, "Benny - as Ann always called me "Daughleeeeeeeen and Benny" - what fun we had!!!

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