The Perfect Life Celebration

Last night was Mandy's celebration of life and I must say it was perfect.
Mandy was a different type of girl. She was able to connect with everyone she met, effortlessly. She, even in her worst days, had a spirit and spark in her that made you comfortable and feel like she was your best friend. That was definitely shown tonight.
It was held at an event center - not a funeral parlor and just walking up you could feel the energy. There were balloons and flowers and pictures of dragonflies. Walking in there was a beautiful table full of pictures and trinkets from her as well as a guest book - that was full cover to cover by the end of the night. There was a line to greet the family and that line never stopped. It was easily 100+ people long and it held strong. The family greeted each and every person that stepped foot in that building. There were pictures of that beauty everywhere - damn she was photogenic! The pictures were giant and amazing. She had some great selfies! The slideshow went through all aspects of her journey and was touching. There was tons of food, a soda bar, beer and wine as well as a candy bar. The tables had beautiful flowers and pictures on them as well. It was a celebration, not a funeral. Just what she wanted.
It was hard to walk in and hard to see her face everywhere at first, but after the sadness passed it was a calm and fun energy being surrounded by everyone she knew and loved. There was easily 400+ people there throughout the night and it was amazing, as she liked to say.

I have decided to try and take more selfies and get more dolled up in her honor - she knew how to be a girly girl that is for sure! So far I haven't got a picture that is even close to her cuteness!

Mandy, you may be gone but my dear you are never forgotten. I have thought of you every single day since you left. Your family has been amazing to me and check in on my often, as you know. I want to be able to text and message you at random times - that has been the hardest part so far. Hope you are throwing glitter around like a crazy, the crazy we all knew and loved.

Love you sugar..