Day 13: Forever in my heart...

Today, at rehearsal for Children of Eden, my friend Emily asked me about the locket I often wear. It's a simple, silver heart shaped locket my parents gave me for my confirmation two years ago. People ask me quite often about the pictures in my locket, and most of the time I am willing to share the story behind the pictures. But I have never really shared this personal information with very many people. For some reason I feel compelled today to share this story with all of you.

Inside my locket, there are two pictures. One is of my dear friend, Chris, who passed away in

February of 2009 due to breast cancer. She was a big part of my life because she really inspired my faith and taught me most of what I know about singing. The other picture is of my friend Grant, who was a director I worked with for four summers between the ages of 10-14. He taught me just about everything I know about acting. Grant passed away in November of 2009 due to Colon Cancer. Both of these people really shaped my life and inspired me to be a better person and that is why I hold them, quite literally, forever in my heart.

I had a fantastic time at rehearsal tonight with my friends Peggy, Joe, and Jeff. They make me laugh and they are amazing! :) Love you guys!!! And I love that we have a great inside joke now...