Last night I wrote this three times. Now I'm sitting at my kitchen table writing it for the second time this morning.
A little short of five months ago I lost a dear friend. And today, on what would have been Brian's 27th birthday, I find myself reliving the morning that I heard the news all over again.
I've realized that I don't have the words to properly eulogize him, so I won't bother trying too hard...I'll just offer you something to think about:
We determine our own legacies. Brian's will forever be that at the moment he died, everyone he loved knew that he loved them. Both his parents, both his siblings, his cousins, and his friends---we all knew he loved us because he constantly took the time to care. He remembered to remember.
What will your legacy be?
1 comment:
9.27.07
It's getting late, but I wanted to let you know how much I love this particular blog. You captured what Bryan did so well, with so few words -- beautiful!! You understand the gift of Bryan and his love, for all of us. Knowing also just how much we love him and how deeply we miss him you, Ian, take the time to remember. The reminders of "remembering to remember" and to take the time to care will be taken to heart once again.
Thank you for loving Bryan and being such an important part of his life and such an amazing friend!! I know that he is touched by your continued loving care to all of us. We love you more than you know. Thank you for sharing the gift of your heart with so many. Take care! Oodles of love, jamie
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