Today I found out that Jeffrey left us on Wednesday. I have spent all afternoon consumed with thoughts of him, and my regrets. His passing leaves me thinking of my dad, as well. First, that is just how death works now. Someone dies, I feel the searing pain of the loss of him. Second, he knew Jeffrey, and would be deeply hurting over this loss. If he were here, we would be on the phone discussing this tragedy, and he would be marveling over Jeffrey's mom, and what she has been asked to live through. But he's not here, and instead all I can think is that my dad grudgingly welcomed Jeff last week. I hope my dad knows how lucky he is to have his company....he has got a contagious laugh, is wise beyond his years, a Dean in '04 fan, funny, forgiving, anti-war, inspiring, well-read, and always a Redskins fan.
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