Just a few thoughts...

Well, tomorrow marks one month from one of my saddest days yet. I think it is all starting to sink in for me and I must say that while I have not been outwardly emotional about my brother's passing, I am starting to feel or sense it...not talking to him during one of my many phone calls to home during this Christmas season, not seeing him in any Christmas photos (not that he ever wanted to be photographed), and not having the usual 'boobie' prize from him...not sure exactly were to start, maybe I never will, but for now, I want to start to share with you what an amazing person Andy was.

Although Andy's memorial service was not necessarily a fun occasion, it was such a celebration of his life and who he was. It was uber cool to hear what folks had to say about my brother...he had such an impact on every person he came into contact with, and at the same time, was one of the meekest, mildest, and tender-hearted persons you would ever meet. He always saw the best in people...including family members...that was just Andy.

Growing up with Andy and the stories I could tell, well...I will save that for another post...not sure I am ready to go there just yet, but in time...

Andy leaves with us three very special people, my nephews, Tim and Mac, and my sister-in-law, Lyn. Lyn is also an amazing person...funny how God connects people like Lyn and Andy who individually are wonderful, servant-hearted people that seek to know God better, but together they possess amazing strength in one another that is centered on God and make you want to know God better because you see what He has created in them. I cannot imagine what Lyn is going thru, but I know that she is relying on her faith and trusting that she will continue to move forward by God's grace.

Please continue to pray for our family, but most importantly Lyn and the boys.