Chelsea's influence

I remember fondly the various ages and stages of Chelsea. She was always a presence, so full of life, enthusiasm, and heart. Her warm smile and genuine kindness, enhanced lives and welcomed all. She was a natural leader, everyone wanted to be in her company, she was a friend to all! She was a lovely friend to me, always making time and taking interest.
I have a favorite writing from a German writer, Goethe.
Chelsea's life exemplified the significance of this writing.

I have come to the frightening conclusion
That I am the decisive element.
It is my personal approach that creates the climate.
It is my daily mood that makes the weather.
I possess tremendous power to make life miserable or joyous.
I can be a tool of torture or
An instrument of inspiration,
I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal.
In all situations, it is my response that decides
Whether a crisis is escalated or de-escalated,
And a person is humanized or de-humanized.
If we treat people as they are,
We make them worse.
If we treat people as they ought to be,
We help them become what they
Are capable of becoming.

Chelsea throughout her life blessed everyone with her influence. She held tremendous power to make life joyous. She is still an instrument of inspiration. She had the ability to help people become what they were capable of becoming. Her life continues to inspire and enlighten. I am continually grateful for her light and example.
Love Always,
Liz Gibbs