This isn’t something I generally do. I don’t generally blog about things that are sad or upsetting. There are enough places to get bad news, I don’t need to add my blog to the list.
But this time it’s about someone I have met, talked to, hugged, laughed with.
This time it’s about Anissa.
Anissa, whom I met at the pre-BlogHer party for the first time, but immediately made me feel like I was among friends (and gave me her goody bag!)
Anissa, whom I wish I had managed to hang out more with that weekend, and is another reason why I am looking forward to BlogHer10.
Anissa, who is sweet, and funny, and friendly, and has something so special about her that makes people gravitate towards her.
Anissa, whom you can’t help but love from the moment you meet her.
Anissa, who has already been through so much.
Anissa suffered from a stroke a few days ago. It landed her in the ICU. She is 35 years old.
Please join me in sending Anissa your love, thoughts and prayers/get well vibes. Please. Because she totally deserves them. Because the world is a better place with her in it. Because I guarantee that you will want to have a chance to meet her.
A photo of Anissa shared by Ali on the Hope4Anissa Flickr pool. We love you girl!
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November 21, 2009 at 10:49 AM
I have never had the chance to meet her, but my thoughts are with her and her whole family right now. I will continue to send her healthy vibes across the miles. {Hugs}
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Excellent post. I haven’t met her in person, but we are twitter and blog friends. She’s a big reason I”m looking forward to BlogHer10, too. Sending lots of love and prayers her way.
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I hope things turn out well for your friend…..my thoughts are with her…
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Such a sobering story. I think good thoughts for Anissa every day.
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Great post! I had the chance to say hi to her at an Aiming Low event in Boston last month and in a few words, she managed to make me laugh.
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November 23, 2009 at 1:51 AM
Oh Elisa….I am so very sorry to hear about your friend! I went over and read what her husband has written. That family has been through so much. I pray that she will be all right. Please keep us posted on how she is doing. My heart goes out to her family.
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I have only just found your blog tonight, so been having a read…I am sending prayers to your friend and all her family, with lots of get well wishes.
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I realize I’m rather late in commenting, but your words and prayers are very much appreciated.
So sorry to read about your friend Annisa. My most positive thoughts and prayers will be with her for a full recovery and return to good health. sincerely lyn.