we have all the shock we need, thanks

Reeling and empty, trying to figure things out. Didn't end up running yesterday, so today it becomes a necessity. A family friend passed away at the beginning of the week, I don't have quite enough distance yet but I am already beginning in my head to see the peculiar shape of it: she was on a treadmill when it happened. She was healthy and safe and happy. By all accounts "in a good place" and now she is gone. It is achingly hard to wrap my head around that empty space.
Her children, her family and friends are all gathered together in one place, making lists and trying to come to terms with things. When something so unexpected and tragic happens, it tears you apart and pulls you together all at once. Its hard to believe that so much else can be normal: there is work and the sun is still shining and people still drive their cars, when something so terrible has happened so close to you.