this is one of the saddest things I’ve ever encountered. kris and her boyfriend were supposed to leave tomorrow night to come and stay with me in new york city. they were going to go to the bike messenger world championships across the river in jersey this weekend.

If only I could get an overdetailed account of something mundane right now- why your keys go on one particular beltloop, why you tuck your shoelaces in (I thought I was the only one!), what designers think of the color purple, anything- I think my fingers wouldn’t be so weak as I type this. Until we ride again, farewell.

this website is still somehow my loose association contact to the great city of portland…

that grrl could rock, and she will be dearly missed; thoughts and prayers to melissa, angela, mom & dad.

and to all of her extended “family” there in portland.

Kris, get well…

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Okins Family. I heard the news last night through the Windom phone chain (507 style) hang in there Kris. Get well.
Heart//
Crystal Barlow

A friend from Windom sending love and prayers to Kris and the family.

I AM KRIS’S COUSIN AND WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR OF HER DEATH! MY LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR JIM AND MARY OKINS AND OF COURSE HER BROTHER MATT, AND SISTERS ANGELA AND MELISSIA! I WISH THERE WAS SOMETHING I COULD SAY! LOVE YOUR COUSIN, JILL!

As someone who’s been there, I wish her a quick and steady recovery.

Aaron - drop me a line if there’s any other ways of helping out (paypal, donations, etc.).

Mary, Jim & Kids-My heart aches beyond words for all of you at this time. PLEASE, PLEASE let me know what we can do back here at home. Are your kitty & puppy dog ok where they’re at? Let me know!

LOVE YOU!

Sue A. and ALL OF US AT WAHS

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