Tribute to Cyndi

I didn’t originally write this as a blog, but thought this might be a good place to post it.

My heart is so heavy, and I’ve never had this much trouble putting words together. I don’t know how to express the impact this woman has had in my life. Cyndi was one of a kind. We met on the tennis courts about four or five years ago and became fast friends. But she was the kind of friend who became more like family. She was always there to help, or offer wise words of encouragement, or just to listen. Whatever we did, there was always good food involved, either prepared by her (she was an amazing cook!) or exploring new restaurants. Lunch dates, doggie play days, hiking, shopping, chats about life…so many everyday normal kind of memories together with her that I cherish.

Cyndi was intelligent, multi-talented, and passionate. I loved how she went all-out for spirit days at the club. Last year we both showed up as Madonna for 80s day (we didn’t plan it) and this past Halloween she dressed up as Freddie Mercury (her favorite!). She totally rocked it, and even played tennis in that costume! She loved the club and being out on the tennis courts with her people. She was the planner of the parties, always gathering her friends together and letting them experience something new and magical. Whatever the occasion was…birthday celebrations, club parties, girls’ nights, or all out extravagant events (like the time she took Ian, Brandie, and me to a Cirque du Soleil show!) she made things special for the people she loved. She always wanted everyone to be included.

She was one of the most caring and generous people I’ve ever known. I keep looking around here and finding things that were given to me from Cyndi. And I’ve heard many stories over the years about the ways she gave of herself to people when there was a need, or just because she wanted to. It brought her great joy to be so giving. She lived adventurously, served her country, gave generously, and loved her family and friends fiercely. And we miss her tremendously. She was like family to us all. Our beautiful soul sister, gone way too soon. I’ve been in shock these past several weeks. This doesn’t seem real at all. It’s so wrong and feels like a bad dream. I keep thinking of things to tell her, or about upcoming plans we had. My heart just doesn’t know how to take this. I will always cherish the times we shared together. I love you so much, Cyndi. We’re truly better for knowing you, but we won’t be the same without you. We will carry on your spirit in our hearts.

Author: Mallory

Hi, my name is Mallory, and I'm from Indiana! I'm passionate about art, music, learning, and fitness. In my free time, I enjoy dancing, practicing yoga, and stitching my thoughts together through creative writing. I'm always looking to add just one more book to my library. Some random facts about me: I took piano lessons for ten years, I'm a cake artist, and I'm obsessulated with Wicked. Thanks for checking out my blog! View all posts by Mallory