Just Lori

Today was the darkest day in a minute, but I guess we carry on. What choice do we have?

I remember after John died, people telling me how strong I was. I didn’t understand that. Being strong is facing a situation about which you have a choice and choosing the hard thing. All I was doing was trying to swim to shore. That didn’t require strength, just a solid level of panic and self-preservation.

And I feel that way today. We just need to stay alive till we find the shoreline.

There are two things about my name that are interesting. First, although Lawrence is the male version of Laura, and means the same thing as Lori, I was not named after my dad. It’s a complete coincidence. I was supposed to be named Lana, but I guess they took a look at me and changed their mind. I approve of this game-day decision.

The second thing is that my name is Lori Piper, and I am all the time subject to…‘have we met? That name is so familiar…’

Yeah. There was an actress named Piper Laurie. I am not she, but it’s vaguely interesting none the less.

Beyond that, I really do LOVE my name. I can’t imagine being anyone else. I’m just…Lori.

Stay sharp out there, and remember to always point toward the shore.

Love y’all.