Yesterday evening, my younger sister, Jessica Amber Harrill, went suddenly, leaving a vacuum that cannot be adequately described via words. This tragic turn of events is extremely upsetting. It was when she was a teeny little preemie that she began her adventure, and from the minute she took her first breath, she demonstrated that she was a warrior.
She was dealt a difficult hand by life, yet she managed to live her life with a bravery and perseverance that became an inspiration to everyone who knew her.
Throughout her life, Jessica was characterised by both adversity and love; she had a hard life and loved a hard life. The delight that can be seen on her face in this shot, which was taken during one of the times that we spent together at a football game, is a reflection of the enthusiasm that she brought to every facet of her life.
She made it a point to attend as many games as she could, cheering on my children with unflinching excitement every time she did so, despite the difficulties she was experiencing.
It is the indomitable spirit that characterised Jessica that I am reminded of as I struggle to come to terms with the sadness of her passing.
Her passing has left a hole in the world that cannot be filled, but those whose lives she touched will carry her memories with them forever. Farewell, my sister; your resilience, love, and unyielding spirit will be sorely missed beyond all comprehension.
