Style Stories: Fictional SoFlo Lives & Deaths

Dear Yenisleyvis,

Nowadays, they would have called you "una novia toxica" because you gotta admit, you didn't always bring out the best in the lady loves you attracted. I admit though, I created your character with a lot of love and respect in my heart for you. People who you let get close knew you always kept it 100 but for  the "fake bitches" you always talked about, well, that was another side of you they got to experience. 

But to your dad, you were his shining light, he always had your back. It broke his heart, Yeni, that you died in an act of violence-- but it didn't shock him. 

He was a mess and in his overwhelming emotions, he went crazy with over the top funeral planning. I know, I know, and I can hear you saying "but he didn't have to do all that, I would have preferred a low-key memorial at your favorite bar in Hialeah. But he didn't know what to do because you never had that kind of talk with him (I know, not popular).

Well, that's behind us now. I hope your story helps others talk with their loved ones about how they would want memorial services to go.

Rest in peace, Yeni, you've earned it.

Warm (final) wishes,

Death Douliz