Tuesday, August 28, 2012

A sober return


I'm back! I was going to make a celebratory post with a mani I did recently (I don't really have many from vacation, my nails/cuticles take some neglect while I'm not at home, I need to work on that) but I'm changing what I was going to post to this.

My best friend passed away this past weekend. She was hit by a drunk driver. She was only 23.

It's a shock to the system.

I did this mani to honor her... it was a mani she posted on my facebook wall last week, asking me to do it on her nails when she next came over. That day won't ever come, but I'll always think of her.


I'm sorry about the mani quality, it was one that just wouldn't go well for me.

I used American Apparel Hassid and some gold striping tape. It doesn't really hold up that well, even with top coat. I took a shower and it faded to a pale gold. The one on my pinky I reapplied because it repeatedly fell off.

But it looks great.

Please, don't drink and drive.



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46 comments:

Andrea said...

Very sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you will feel better.

The mani looks quite nice, black and silver together are so classy :)

Unknown said...

So sorry about your loss.

Halifax @ Sparkled Beauty said...

So sorry for your loss. I can only imagine when you hear the news :(

Anna Elizabeth said...

I'm so, so sorry for your loss <3 My heart truly goes out to you.

Fashion Footing said...

Oh my goodness, I am so sorry for your loss :-( *hugs*

Kelly @ Nails for the Sake of Sanity said...

I'm so sorry to hear about that. My thoughts are with you, and with her family.

Sasha said...

So sorry for you loss. ((hugs))

Sasha said...

So sorry for you loss. ((hugs))

lovenectarlove said...

Oh my god, i am so sorry for your loss. Life is sometimes so unfair... :'(

Love said...

Oh no, I'm so sorry for your loss.

I wish people would think before they got behind the while after drinking. I wish they didn't get behind the wheel at all.

=(

Veronica Gorgeois said...

I'm so sorry. That is heartbreaking to hear. :(

Bonnie said...

The nails were a lovely gift to your friend even if they didn't turn exactly as hoped. I am sorry for your pain. Hugs from Canada.

Jenna said...

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your best friend. I hope that you're able to find comfort in your memories.

xxoo

Sheena said...

I am so sorry to hear that. My thoughts are with you.

Robin Storesund said...

I am so sorry to hear of your friend's passing. Such a senseless tragedy.

beachgal said...

Very sorry to hear of your loss. My sister and her family were killed by a drunk driver. It's really hard to loose anyone close and esp when so young. Paz

Malinda said...

I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. I know that it is not much as far as consoling you goes, but my heart hurts for you. I live in a college town and I have seen people driving who should not be. The other day I saw a kid get arrested in a restaurant lot. I felt bad for him at the time, he seemed like a nice kid. There were four passengers in his car. Now that I read your post I am reminded that it could have ended up so much worse. I am thankful that the police in our town are looking out for us. My prayers are with you.

Chester said...

Oh my goodness! I'm so sorry for your loss!
I'm sure she will be much honored by your choice.
You and her are in my thoughts.

J. said...

Oh my gosh, that is heartbreaking. I am so sorry for you and her friends and family, and I am thinking of you.

Unknown said...

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family of your friend. It's such a senseless loss when these types of things happen and hopefully you will be able to find comfort from the happy times you had with your friend. Take care of yourself and I hope you heal in time.

Anonymous said...

I couldn't read this and not post. I lost my best friend to an accident, his 10 year anniversary was a couple of weeks ago. I just want you to know that I feel your pain and anger and sadness. You're not alone. Take care of yourself x

Anonymous said...

My sincerest condolences. The mani is a very fitting tribute.

Tintin said...

Sorry to hear about your best friend. Accept my condolences.

Rebecca said...

Oh gosh I'm so sorry. Condolences to all family and friends.

Pamlati said...

So Sorry for Your Loss. :( The Nails Look Super Classy, Your friend Must have Been Super Classy & Style <3 (hugs)

Jammies said...

I am so sorry for your loss. :(

Kari said...

So sorry!!

Isis04 said...

I am so, so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. ((Hugs))

The lovely mani is a classy way to honor her.

Emily said...

Oh god...I'm so sorry. How awful. Your mani was a really beautiful gesture to remember her--it made me tear up for sure. Thoughts, love, and prayers with you and your friend's family.

kittytokaren said...

Wow minnie that's a big one. *HUG* I hope that you're OK! <3 Beautiful mani as well - your friend will be in my thoughts tonight.

Unknown said...

Thinking of you and wishing you strength.

Melanie said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that happy memories of your friend will bring you some comfort.

scReamViolenc3 said...

I can't say enough how truly sorry I am for your loss. This is a beautiful tribute to your friend and I'll be thinking of you and her family. -hugs-

jennifer said...

So sorry to hear about your friend. Keeping you in my prayers.

Shannon said...

So sorry for your loss; such a senseless tragedy.

Anonymous said...

Very sorry for your loss. I thought your manicure was a touching tribute.

Unknown said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish people would think a lot more about the long-term impact their actions could have on the lives of others.

Ceece said...

I'm terribly sorry to hear about your friend. Everyone affected will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Katie said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I honestly wish people paid more attention in school when they talk about alcohol, especially when it comes to drinking and driving.

I think your best friend would be very touched to know that your wearing the manicure she wanted you to recreate on her nails. Perhaps you could put a bottle of the color you were going to use on her and some of the nail tape in her casket so she could have her nails done in Heaven (if you and her family believe in that)?

Little Miss Nailpolish said...

So sorry to hear about your loss!
The manicure is beautiful. I'm sure your friend thinks so too!!

KD said...

My condolences for your loss

The Lacquer Tracker said...

My thoughts are with you- I'm so sorry for your loss...

Grace Thomas said...

I'm so sorry :( My 87 year old grandfather recently lost his license after drinking wine at my nanna's birthday and driving them both home. It's something that really infuriates me because it's so unnecessary, but I know a lot of people from different generations who don't seem to have the same attitude. Maybe hearing about the number of people who lose their lives to senseless idiots would bring them round. :(

yoshi2560 said...

You have so much love coming your way, we are all thinking about you. Keep strong!

Sandi said...

My condolences to you and all who loved her on the loss of your friend. Such a stupid, stupid, selfish thing some people do.

fishgirl182 said...

I am so sorry for your loss. This makes me sad and mad, too. There is no excuse for driving drunk. I think your friend would have loved this mani. Hug.

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