Wednesday, March 10, 2010

It still hurts after 20 years

It has been 20 years today since my little brother passed away, I don't know why but today has brought up alot of feelings that haven't surfaced in a while. He was such a wonderful little brother. In the 3 1/2 short years he was alive he brought so much happiness to my family. He brought joy to anyone that he met. I watch my sweet Ashley at times and think of how much she reminds me of him. It pains me that my girls never got to know him here on earth but I look forward to the day that they get to meet him on the other side. As a parent I don't know how my parents did what they did. It is unimaginable to me to lose a child. I love my mom and dad that they were able to carry on raise the rest of us. They are the best parents that anyone could ask for.I needed a day like today so I could evaluate things in my life. My goal is to live with my little brother again. This was our last family picture taken 2 months before he passed away.

1 comment:

Kim said...

My heart goes out to you!! It's hard to explain the pain of losing someone so close to you. I think it is wonderful that time mends those wounds, but doesn't take them away. I love reminicing over my brother and all the things we have done togther. It is sad that your kids haven't had a chance to get to know their uncle, but they can know him through you. I try to make sure I talk about my brother to my kids a lot so they will know him. I think it is wonderful that you have other siblings to share in that pain with. I wish I had a brother or sister to be able to talk to sometimes, but this is the hand I was delt and that's OK. Anyhow..I think it is great that you spent some time remembering your brother.