words from beloved friend Pam Stevenson: My name is Pam Stevenson and I am a close friend of Kait’s. We met about 10 years ago when we were in grade 9. Together, we experienced many of life’s milestones and I am devastated by the loss of someone who was so important to me. I have come to realize that, when we grieve, we focus on the pain that we feel in knowing that our loved one is now departed. Although I will miss Kait for millions of reasons (as will all of you), I want to talk about the things that the world will be missing now that she is no longer with us. As my boyfriend told me earlier this week: The ultimate tragedy of this situation is that the world will not be able to benefit from the extraordinary person that Kait was. Kait was a giver; she would put a friend’s needs before her own if they asked her help. She had spoken about becoming an occupational therapist a few times. This job requires an understanding and selfless individual who can take care of others and help them with the challenges they face as a result of some difficulty. She would have changed so many lives through a career such as this. Kait had an incredible sense of humour. Her humour was quick and witty. The thought of her giggle still makes me smile to this say. Humour was one of the most important things to her and she utilized it in good times and in bad times. Kait was a pillar of support for many and could reinstall a sense of strength in anyone. She had a passion for helping children with Autism and was able to instil in them the tools they need to deal with life’s difficulties. In addition, she has counselled many of us over the years through the dark times in our lives. She had the gift of merging the emotional and rational sides of events that helped put everything into perspective. She was always strong for those around her. She hated when other were unhappy. She was, by nature, incredibly nurturing and caring, and her maternal instincts were always evident. She wanted nothing more than to protect the ones she loved. Her interactions with children and animals (especially with her little Billy) clearly illustrate this drive to help others. Her personality was brilliant, bubbly, and flexible. She could interact with so many different types of people. In this room, there are many different personalities, but Kait was able to touch each and every one of us in a special way. We have all experienced the loss of such a beautiful person. It saddens me to know that she will not be able to help another child with Autism, to teach another person to swim, or to brighten someone’s day with her smile. I ask you to please support each other through this time of sorrow, in the same way that Kait supported us. May her soul be forever at peace. I love you so much Kaitlyn.
Posted on: Sun, 16 Mar 2014 16:14:27 +0000
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