Nina

I had a friend named Nina. She was the warmest, kindest, person you could ever meet. Even years after we lost touch I'd run into her from time to time. This was usually at the mall. She worked there. She would come running up behind me and shout "Hi Amanda!" and give me one of her fantastic hugs. Years of a lost friendship didn't matter to her. She still showed her love.

She was so cooly unique in her own way. She had this huge crush on Brian Austin Green. She met him once, and she had a photo of him that she took at an autograph signing. She was so proud of that photo.

We were able to get back in touch, thanks to Facebook. Every now and again I'd be reading some messages on Facebook and the little chat thing would alert me that she was on. It was neat to chat with her. I miss that.

Nina passed away in August. She was only 37. I take comfort in knowing that she slipped through this world right into the arms of Jesus. What a great place to be! Today is her birthday. She shared it with her equally cool twin brother.

Nina - you are a treasure. I know you're dancing it up in heaven right now.