Nutz - you definitely did not come across as being insensitive.
i know exactly what you mean. one of my best friends, thats how we talk about this subject 2, very lightly...but i know exactly what she means when she brings up the topic!
i guess she jus needs to know that ppl in this world still need her!
and i know its not a comfortable topic to talk about with friends...and we all do our best!!!