She left an imprint in my heart and mind that I'll carry with me for the rest of my days. She taught me that it's okay to get to know new people, different people, not just those inside of one circle. She taught me how easy it could be to talk to people, to laugh with them. Her kindness and charm were infectious. Even though I played such a small role in her life, I feel so fortunate that, quite by chance, I was seated next to this joyful girl, and that I was able to have known her for those few moments in that classroom each day. Even though she played such a small role in my life, after all these years, Erika's kindness still resonates within me.
She was truly one of those people who were destined for great things, though fate and a moment of carelessness would have different plans. Upon reading more about her in my school newspaper and yearbook, all within sixteen and a half years: she traveled the world, she certified herself in CPR and life guarding and everyone who knew her loves and misses her. Even though I barely scratched the surface of our friendship, even if our paths might have never crossed again after high school, I dream to know how much better the world would be if destiny had won that warm night in August nearly 20 years ago.
Fred Harmon
rev 08.10.12
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