Misty Purdy Scivally and Friends

I just wanted to post something about our dear friend Misty.  I know some of you have already posted some things about her, and I was reading Telisse's Blog, and what Shawn said really touched me.  I really loved Misty, and she always put a smile on my face, especially with that wonderful laugh of hers.  I also just wanted to tell the CC girls thanks for allowing Dari' and I to enter into their running lair in the mornings, because we came to love you guys, even though all you did was eat bread and cereal (Bullock).  And you came to love us even though we were not runners :)  It was great to see you guys the other night, and it was unfortunate that it was under those circumstances, but nevertheless, it was a good reunion.  Love you guys!  I just wanted to post what Shawn sent Telisse:

I just wanted to thank you all for showing your support and thinking about our family during this difficult time.  Know that the girls and I are truly comforted as we better understand the gospel and better understand how Misty lived her life.  As I have reflected back on her life over the past few years, thought they have been challenging for her/us, she has drawn closer and closer to the Lord.  I can honestly say that she had been spiritually prepared for this time and there is no doubt in my mind where she is.  She has qualified herself for every blessing and promise available to her.  For those of you who were not aware, Misty had struggled with manic depression and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder about 5 years ago.  We had quite a few scares through the years and have over come many obstacles.  It eventually claimed her life.  There was nothing that sparked it and I don't think anyone could have done anything else, it was just time.  Similar to many ways to cancer, there is no cure and it can be life threatening.  With cancer oftem times doctors can see the illness growing.  On the other hand, mental illnesses are not so black and white and cannot be gauged.  We had to live life day to day and continually reexamine our life to see what needed to be done.  Know we had an amazing life together.  We were given many opportunities of faith that led us closer not only to each other but to our Savior.  We also started a lovely family which Misty truly sacrificed much for. Thank you again.  Shawn