LJ idol Week 4 - “I don't skate to where the puck is. I skate to where the puck is going to be. "

[mrstotten]

I met Vivien on a miserable cold autumn morning in Glasgow in 2011. At the time, I was freelancing and doing some digital marketing for events and had been recommended to her, so she had called and left a message with my receptionist (my mum) requesting a meetup.

‘Are you coming down for dinner, I’m making curry, oh and ive got a work message for

Comments

[dmousey]

Hugs. This is a touching tribute to your friend. One can feel your pain, and your admiration for her. I hope you stay involved in her daughters lives. They will have questions about her as they grow, and you can help them with that. Make sure you take time to grieve- though technically not blood, it's obvious she was a sister of your heart. Again, hugs and peace. ~~~D

[mrstotten]

Thanks honey, it was a strange piece to write but was very cathartic

Sent you a PM!

[bleodswean]

This is a beautiful and heartfelt testimonial for this amazing person. It was deeply moving and so perfectly written. I am sorry for your loss and for the loss of all those who shared their lives with her.

[mrstotten]

Thank you so much, we were very lucky to have had her

[j0ydivided]

I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

[mrstotten]

thank you

[rayaso]

This was a wonderful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss. It is amazing what a difference one person can make in our lives.

[mrstotten]

thank you so much, it really is, and you never know when that person will come into your life

[morettaallstar]

This is a lovely tribute to a fantastic woman.
I'm sorry for your loss.

[mrstotten]

thank you so much, she really was