In loving memory

Today I want to remember a dear friend. There's nothing significant about today in particular, its not an anniversary or a birthday, its just another day that you are not with us and another day that I'm thinking about you.

New years eve 2008 you shared with the world that you and your beautiful wonderful partner would be parents. What joy! Joy for your wonderful partnership being solidified together for life; and joy for the creation of a whole new life, a tiny new person. You had always longed to be a father, and your pride filled all of our hearts.

Devastated does not begin to describe how we felt when a few short weeks later you found out you had cancer. Fearful, anxious, sad, and overall, not willing to give up hope that you could beat it. Your struggle was fierce and bravely fought. You showed such dignity and strength of spirit. Your support to your family and friends went far beyond your own pain and fear. You named your unborn son. We prayed and hoped and prayed. You died.

You were a grumpy old bastard. You told it like it is. You worked your ass off. You were ambitious. You believed in a better life. You listened to your heart. You had your heart broken, and your life paused while your heart healed. You learned to love again and your life took on new meaning. You were the best friend I ever had.

Thank you for the privilege of knowing you, fighting with you, laughing with you, drinking shots at 4 in the morning with you, beaking all hell loose at every opportunity. Thank you for being my friend. I miss you always and will never forget you.