Pink and Green Thursday: My Dearest Bumpkin

You may have already heard the sad news that we lost our dearest Lisa from Bumpkin on a Swing to a very aggressive form of ovarian cancer.  I have been at a loss of words for days now.  How do you begin to describe a world without Lisa in it?  Whether her post was a fashion photo frenzy or a plea for help for the Gulf Coast wildlife, I always knew I could count on Lisa to start my day with a passionate look into today's world.  Her voice was so clearly present in her blog, even on Wednesdays when she was wordless.  Without a single line of text, I felt her telling me a story through the images she so proudly collected.

Lisa and I had planned many an outing when I returned home to the Coast this fall.  We were going to stroll down Magazine Street browsing through the latest trends.  We were going to have brunch and sip cocktails in a courtyard.  We were going to host a supper club.  A Gulf Coast style supper club.  One with laughter that's too loud and food that's too rich.  Because along the shores of the Coast, we only know one way to live - passionately.  Lisa, my Gulf Coast girl, your passion for life will live on in all of us. 

I already miss you my dear friend.  But each and every time I see a swing, I will be reminded of your carefree spirit, your humor, and your friendship. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From your swing in Heaven, keep us safe.  I know that every breeze that blows a pelican or bird to safety and every wave that sends a turtle or dolphin swimming in a better direction is your work.