Thankful Thursday: L.K. Madigan

I’ve grown close to many of you, primarily through our online conversations. But after reading her latest entry, I’m especially grateful for the lunch [info]lkmadigan and I shared a few years back. Lucky for me, my dear friends Lorraine and Lisa were able to join our afternoon playdate.     

So much of a person’s essence is revealed through a face-to-face encounter, don’t you think? The lilt in their voice…the way their eyes crinkle when they smile…the way they lean into your conversation, as if nothing else matters more than the here-and-now. And there’s perhaps nothing as soul-satisfying as shared laughter (and/or tears), tight hugs, and sincere promises to stay in touch. And so it is that I’m remembering a special afternoon among treasured friends, and wishing for another. 

Lisa’s news came as quite a shock to me. But in its rawness, I’m remembering to savor each moment, to cherish life’s simple joys, and to hold dear each of my relationships. So I’m dedicating this entry to Lisa, the heartbeat behind Thankful Thursday. For the many ways we’ve expressed our friendship over time, I’ll be forever grateful.


Top Photo:  LK Madigan and Lorraine T. Bottom Photo: Lisa Shroeder and me (Portland, 2007)


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  2. Beautiful photos and sentiments, Melodye. I’m still stunned by Lisa’s news. I’m glad you had the opportunity to spend time with her in person.

    • I’m grateful for that opportunity, too, and selfish as it may seem, I find myself wishing for more. And more!

      Also…when it comes to the friends (like you!) that I’ve promised to meet someday, I feel as if I should find a way to replace “someday” with an actual calendar date.

  8. When I read Jo Knowles post this morning I was stunned, and then when I went to Lisa’s site and read her words I was completely blown away by her courage.

    I’m so glad that you had the opportunity to spend time with her.

    • I’m still processing the news…it doesn’t seem real, does it? And I can’t begin to imagine how it must be affecting Lisa and her family. Her impact is wide and deep; I am lucky to have spent time with her, yes, and I’m incredibly blessed by our friendship.

    • It resonates with me that you mentioned light, with respect to my afternoon with Lisa. I remember her telling me to pay attention to whatever’s immediately visible in my headlights. She was talking about writing, of course…about concentrating on the here and now, and letting the rest of the journey unfold as it will. I think that’s wise advice she gave me, applicable to Life Itself.

    • ((HUGS))) I’m trying very hard to concentrate on the gifts available in the here and now. It’s difficult (!!), but I’m thinking that’s the best way to honor our friendship.

  12. There are some people that come into our lives that are so beautiful and full of grace that they change how we look at everything. Lisa seems to be that kind of person. Many prayers for you and also for her and her family in this difficult time.

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