Oh, Zara, how sad. I know you two were friends, that's what matters most, not whether you said hello that day.

My friend's brother was also born with a congenital heart defect, but died on our school playground in third grade at recess. Even when you know someone has a bad heart, it doesn;t make it seem any less sad and heartbreaking. I am glad he was there as a friend for you through school, and that he decided to be an organ donor so that his life will continue to be a gift to others.

Sending you big hugs, you'll be in our prayers.