I didn’t know Simone but my heart and prayers go out to her family and friends. I’ve heard such wonderful stories about her—she sounds like she was an amazing and outgoing person with a beautiful smile!

My daughter is in the same high school (although three grades below Simone) and I’ve heard how difficult it was for students to attend school after knowing Simone was killed (as a result of black ice and another vehicle being in the wrong place at the wrong time).

Sounds like it was an emotional day for all, even those who’d never met Simone!

Yesterday and today I found myself driving cautiously and watching for black ice…and the thought of something similar happening to my daughter shakes me to the core.

Today my hubby tells me that when he ran to the store with a friend on Wednesday they had bumped into Simone who was working there and had briefly chatted with her because his friend knew her. She had been very bubbly and happy–all smiles!

The accident was an hour later!

And then the ‘what if’s’ started…”What if we had chatted with her longer” … “what if we had arrived at the store later and delayed her departure” …

I’m glad there is a place on facebook where people can write their thoughts to you, Simone.

Rest well sweet angel!

Christmas blessings to your family and friends!

Melanie Hack
Author of Who Killed My Sister, My friend
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