By far, this has been the the most challenging weeks I have ever experienced, at least to knowledge. I have had two people who have made such a HUGE impact in my life pass away this week. I would like to pay tribute to both them.

Aunt Pauline

For as far back as I can remember, my Aunt Pauline has been in my life. She was always the one Aunt I was really close to out of all the Aunts and Uncles. She always had a smile on her face and I can hear her laugh clear as day everytime I think about her. She was one of the most selfless people I have ever seen or heard as well. Not only did she take care of an elderly lady overnight, but she took my grandma in and took care of her until my grandma died. She even took in another old lady (super cranky...) while she was taking care of my grandma. But most importantly of all to me, is how she took care of my dad. My dad has Multiple Sclerosis for those who don't know, and he is barely able to get around. He is completely immobile and uses a wheelchair. However as the illness was in its younger stages, my aunt would often take him swimming to help him with his legs and to get him out to do something. She often cooked meals for him and always served him first at family gatherings and such. She also was very active in the LDS church and always serving others there too. I love how I could always just go to her and tell her my problems and always feel comforted by her and her suggestions. I am seriously shocked at the sudden passing of such a wonderful lady, and I am so happy to know that her passing seemed to be quick and peaceful. She was sitting outside in a chair with the mail on her lap and a look of peace on her face. I am also SO glad that she was able to serve the mission she wanted to serve. She went to Tenessee on her mission and got back last October. I know she is going to be such an awesome missionary on the other side as well. I love you "grandma" Aunt Pauline. I will miss you.

Bryce Moss

I truly am saddened by the passing of Bryce. My heart hurts to know that such a loving, funny, and amazing friend has gone too soon. Bryce has always suffered medical problems but despite all those problems he remained positive and always tried to make people smile. I think back to so many different memories with him but the one that sticks out with me the most is how he personally would build on our friendship. I was having a really hard time and he picked me up and drove me to temple square at 10pm where we just sat and talked and looked at the temple. He really knew how to touch others lives and was one of the funniest guys I know. I have moved to and from Salt Lake many times but have always remained such good friends with him since I was 16. Him and I shared so many personal moments about our growing up in life as teenagers and into adulthood. He was such a fighter and I know he is up there strong as ever!