When I first saw her, I knew she was not like anybody else. In my eyes, Tara was like that of an angel. Her heart was full of kindness and love. There was not a single spec of negativity in her. Everything she had done was out of her own loving will. As these long days continue to move forward without Tara, It makes me happy to imagine that she is still showing her love and kindness even beyond departure…

Love is the most powerful force in this universe. Anger and sorrow can be difficult emotions to deal with, but love is much stronger. Even beyond scenarios such as death love is still triumphing. I know Tara and I’s hearts were meant to be whole. Nothing will ever change that… not even tragedy.

If there is one thing that I am thankful for in life… it is that god introduced Tara to me. Although she is gone, her memories bring me much happiness.

I wanted to say only one thing today… I love her.

When our eyes first locked, we knew that we were meant for one another. The emotions were pure and the love was sincere. Although I wish I could change the hands of time, I know I cannot. However, I can promise one thing and that is to keep your memories alive, for you will never leave my heart.

At times it can be a little sad, but no matter how dark or painful the moment may be… I know she is safe and flying with the angels.

I remember the very first time Tara and I kissed… it was a feeling of complete serenity. I don’t think I ever felt love at its fullest. It is a memory that will remain locked within me forever.

This is my own original photo of the neighborhood I used to live in. Tara once stood there… we use to walk down this street together. I took this photo from outside my home.

Tara was a kind hearted and affectionate girl. Despite often being around each other, I remember when she wrote me a letter just to show how sincere her love truly was. Tara left me with a lifetime full of wonderful and loving memories.

“When one passes on to the other side, they say it is time to move on. However, I cannot do that, for I will never allow myself to forget an angel. Life may be difficult without her, but I can bare through it until the very end. No matter how devastating a situation may be: sorrowful, painful, or tragic… love is stronger then death itself. Tara may be gone for now, but she will always remain within in my soul and heart until the good lord decides to bring us together once again.”

Here is the song that plays in my mind quite often. It is called, “When this Life is Over.” I created this composition in inspiration from another song called, “Perished.” It reminded me a lot of Tara and what happened.

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