Sarah

Sarah - My niece, goddaughter, and the person who got me going on adventures!

Sarah taught us all about living life while you can, and to the fullest, no matter what you do.  

February, 2010 my life, and many others in our family was turned upside down.  Sarah had been visiting with me here in White Rock, a few days later she would be meeting her new classmates in Brazil, to take her 1st year university aboard the Class Afloat Tall Ship Concordia.  Everyone was so excited for her, and you can see from the smile on her face how happy she was, and of course I am taking credit for the ballet boating shoes.  

Then 2 weeks later, Doris called (Sarah’s mother), the Concordia had gone down 500KM off the coast of Brazil in a storm, the ship was gone, but everyone had gotten into life boats.  For 41 hours they were in several life boats, not knowing if everyone was in the others until the rescue ships came.  The waters were not calm for any of this.  I was attached to the TV, watching every channel for any news.   I nearly jumped through the window when I finally saw Sarah on TV in Brazil, I was so excited.  

Over the next few days, I drove to Oliver, BC where Sarah would be returning.  I knew I was still in shock, and disbelief over this, but would forge ahead going through the motions to get things done that were needed.  When we saw Sarah, and could hold her, I think I finally breathed normally.  

Sarah taught me all about living life while you can, and to the fullest, no matter what you do. 

Today, Sarah lives in Victoria, BC on a sailboat with her boyfriend Mark, a fun loving couple full of life.

Hugs always

Karen

May 10, 2013