Full of Life

Chelsea and I became fast friends on our trip to Africa. I remember being excited when I learned she would be coming on the trip and looking forward to getting to know her. She had an inviting energy about her. An uplifting and adventurous energy. She was so fun and easy to be around. We would all talk for hours and hours as we hiked each day on our way to the top of Kilimanjaro. I remember looking for opportunities to spend more time with Chelsea and taking the opportunity when I could. I remember one specific evening by the campfire when we talked for hours. I loved hearing her stories and seeing what a deeply genuine person she is.

I remember so vividly sitting on my bed in the mission field in Chile when I read the news, and it broke my heart. This dear friend who had so much LIFE about her nature and was so gifted in her abilities to uplift and enjoy life was taken so quickly. I remember just feeling stunned and crying throughout the day but deep inside feeling a sense of peace all the while. I thought of all the good work I knew she was doing on the other side of the veil. I felt inspired and connected to her as I knew that we were engaged in the same work. To this day, I know that Chelsea continues on with her gifts and passions on the other side of the veil. And it is exhilarating to remember that her lovely, fiery, passionate, kind, fun personality continues to serve and uplift.

I was also particularly impressed with Chelsea's family by the way she would talk about them and then by meeting them after we got back from Africa. I am inspired by their strength and perspective. And thank you Hale family for raising such an upright and wonderful woman.

We love you Chelsea and continue to be inspired by you.

Love, Noah Eyre