Throughout life there has always been death and from death comes new life and visa versa. This weekend I was able to listen to two incredible songs that changed the lives of many people and not only that, the tragedies that occurred prior to the creation of these songs were the deaths of the beautiful Aaliyah and Notorious B.I.G.

I don't know so much about their deaths, but I do understand how big and impactful they were to the entire world and what it was to their personal friends. They were honored with two amazing songs: one is called "Miss You" by Aaliyah and "I'll Be Missing You" by P. Diddy.

Hearing these songs makes you realize how precious life is and how short it can be. No one knows when our time will come or how it will come. These two artist spoke their truth behind their music and with everyone around them. Though they had the fame, it never really got to them nor did it matter much to them.

Think of the people that mean the world to you and think of how much they mean to you. Sometimes we do take people for granted and it sucks that we don't realize that we're doing that. You see their beautiful faces and their smiles and the way they look at you. You see them pour their heart out and tell you how much they need you and how much they love you as their best friend, girlfriend/boyfriend, brother, sister, and anything.

Think of those special people in your life or anyone in your life and tell them how much you love them and you need them. Let them know where they are in your life and tell them what they mean to you. You never know when your last moments with them will be, so for now enjoy their smiles and enjoy their hugs, their laughs, their company, and their well being.

To the amazing people who passed away a long time ago, thank you for giving me the weekend to reflect on your passing and opening my eyes a bit more.