This weekend marks the second anniversary of my cousin's suicide.
Today I spent three hours out on the James River walking along trails, sitting and sketching, and taking photos. I was there to witness a really neat environmental art project a student at my university was doing promoting awareness about the health of the watershed.
Today I took the time to remember my cousin Rachel, who loved and worked with nature.
Today was a day to remember someone who could no longer fight the disease that plagues so many of us.
Depression is a disease.
If someone you know is depressed, please let them know you love them. While they might push you away, may not respond, the truth is they need you in their lives. Be patient.
And for Rachel, my cousin, please go plant, or at least hug, a tree!
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