I've been thinking about this for a couple of days, and to be honest, I don't think words will ever do her justice. From the moment I joined, she has been one of my fiercest cheerleaders. She has always been there with kind words no matter what. She always had my back, even if it was just to agree that life could be shit. She encouraged me to believe in myself and always had faith in me and my abilities. I always remember her ringing me as she was worried about me, and she was so easy to talk to, and that's probably why this place works so well, as that translates to here. She was one of the most compassionate, warm-hearted individuals you could ever hope to meet. She was kind and giving and just thoroughly lovely. When she knew I was getting married, she messaged me and asked if she could make my garter, and I was beyond honoured.
I'm gutted I don't get to celebrate my day with her, I'm sad I don't get to laugh at her pretending she didn't know I'm getting married anymore. I miss her, but I feel blessed to have known her.