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I was the first born child to Ken & Karyn Ryan on April 1st, 1994 in Alexandria, VA. My parents were both working lawyers in Washington D.C.
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With the addition of a little boy to the family, typically more focus is put on the newborn. This helped to contribute to my toddlerhood stage, where I learned to initiate tasks on my own rather than constantly rely on my parents.
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This begins my elementary school development where I learn how to apply myself to tasks in a structured setting. I attended Forestville Elementary until 3rd grade and switched to the G.T. Program at Colvin Run Elementary to finish elementary school.
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As silly as it sounds to begin a career at the age of 10, I began competing gymnastics in the state of Maryland and along the east coast. From 11 years old, I learned how to apply myself to the task of practicing before school at 7 A.M. and after school as well, and continued to do so for the next three years.
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I fractured my right ring finger from gymnastics and had to have surgery where 3 pins were put in it.
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As we grow up, people have many different encounters with death and mine was a friend, Haeley, who passed away in a car accident in Olney, MD. For the next few months, Haeley's best friend and my best friend, Lexi went through depression. When there is a tragedy, we see the different ways people use to cope with them.
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Get my first apartment, living on my own with three friends. This shows my growth towards independent living and shows responsibility.
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Since I grew up with golden retrievers I have always been used to and familiar with them and will continue to have a dog in my own adult life. I name her Haeley.
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I will get married at age 28 and have a destination wedding to the Caribbean. This event signifies my maturity towards forming a close, loving relationship.
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At age, 31 I will have my first child, named Brett.
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We will buy a cute starter home in a well established and safe community to start our family.
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Raising my one son with my husband is going well and my husband has been promoted to a very high position in a law firm, so we have another baby when I am 36 years old. This time, a girl, named Maddie and I decide to work part-time to be able to take care of both kids.
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As my son is getting married and starting his own family, my time as a parent raising my own children and teaching them to find thier identity and social roles is coming to an end.
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As my children are growing up, I am left with only my husband in the household and tend to feel lonely at times.
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To compencate for my empty nest syndrome, my husband and I adopt a new golden retriever and name her Riley.
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Since I was a highly competitive gymnast and trained over 25 hours a week, pounding my body for twelve years, my back is in need for some serious work.
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Starting a book club keeps my mind stimulated as I grow older.
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My husband and I decide to move to a smaller and more quaint home in Martha's Vineyard because we enjoy living on the water and want a slower placed lifestyle at this point of our lives.
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After living a full life, I peacefully pass away at the age of 90. Death is a natural part of life and everyone is waiting for their turn. So while we all wait, I hope everyone accomplishes all that they want and most importantly lives life the way they want to.
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My EndingAfter I am gone, I wish that my family and friends I have kept close to read this letter. Like everyone else, I have accomplished a lot in my lifetime. But also like everyone else, I have made mistakes. One of those mistakes was never fixing my relationship with my mom. I never knew how to fix that. And maybe now, after my death, I can fix that. Putting aside mistakes and regrets, I have been blessed to live a full life. My life was full of fun with friends, taking adventures with my
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...husband, and building a family. I hope that my family, including my son and daughter, continue to be successful with their lives. From what I got to see with them, they are going to live full and happy lives as well. More than anything, I hope people will say that they miss me after I’m gone. I hope I made an impact in my family and friends’ lives.Abby
