There's nothing like other people's misery that really makes you take stock of your own life and remind you to be grateful for all that you have.

My mother's best friend Dolores lost her daughter in law suddenly this week. It was very unexpected, and she leaves behind 4 young boys. Dolores flew to Texas to be with her son and grandchildren during this time. This morning, her daughter, Michelle, was found dead (by her young daughter, no less) in her home. Michelle leaves behind 3 children. Seven children in her family were left motherless this week. I can not even imagine this. It's beyond my comprehension how something so tragic happens.

To say the least, Michelle has not had an easy time of it. It's still a shock that she's actually gone though. I don't know how Dolores will find the strength to get through this loss. To make matters even worse, she is battling cancer, and is very ill. Makes you just wonder why, and how. How can one person endure all of this?

Life can change so quick. It's scary.