Grief, my bittersweet companion

35 years ago today we lost one of my heroes and best friends. Noah Morgan Eig was one of the most amazing people I have ever known and despite all the years that have gone by he is still in my heart and in my thoughts. At 14 years old, Noah’s death impacted me more than almost any event in my life. It was sudden and tragic; it’s also a big part of how I arrived at where I am today - thank you for continuing to teach me.

I miss you and love you Noah. Your memory is always a blessing.

Grief is my bittersweet companion. It’s unreal that I’ve lived more than three times what Noah got to live; it’s precious to me that all these years later I’ve never lost the gifts he taught me at such a tender age. I wouldn’t be where I am without this experience. My heart wouldn’t be as big.