Laura shared so willingly of her time with so many people. Lucas and I can recount innumerable trips with her.  This was a trip to NH in 2008, where we all went horseback riding in Franconia, NH.
 

In the days when we didn't appreciate what leisure really meant, Laura, Jeanne and I went on a weekend trip to Martha's Vineyard. What a gorgeous weekend,with few tourists and amazing beauty. We were so young then,but apparently not in very good shape. We got the idea that we would bike across the island so out we set in the morning. We traveled from Edgartown towards Gay Head, I believe. Anyway, we had a fabulous time riding out westward on the island. When we could go no further we turned around and headed back, but boy oh boy were we fatigued! Our poor muscles could push no farther, so we got as far as the airport and hailed a station wagon taxi that could accomomdate three bikes and this is how we got back to our bed and breakfast. So there you have it..those Serafin girls were always up for beauty and adventure. I am so glad that I got to tag along and get to know Laura. What an angel she is. 

The Serafins got together in Texas for mom and pop for their 50th wedding anniversay to renew their  wedding vows at (brother) Peter and Jennie's church in Kingwood Texas.  Nephew Carmen graduated from high school at the same time.  

Laura took mom, pop and various relatives on day trips as she had time. 
This is from when she and mom visited Rockefeller Center probably some
time in the 70's. Mom sent out this photo with the caption  

"Two Angels" 

Beth Ann Smith with Shane 
in the Bershires of Massachusetts 

Laura was such a good soul, as everyone knows. One of the personal lessons
from her loss is to try and make the most of each day, because we may not be
here tomomorrow. I know she would want us to find some good in what has
happened and to go on to live our lives to the fullest.

In that spirit, I recommend you watch a lovely brief video on the website
Gratefulness.org, which has brought great comfort to me at this time.
The video is called "A Good Day," it is inspirational without being trite 
and can help in a really down moment. Check it out on the site if you wish
I am unable to download it here.