Uncle Mike, It seems like yesturday I was poping up over the house just to say hello. Or playing poker with you and the family enjoying life.  One thing that life has taught me is that its way too short.  I hold family so close to my heart because we never know when our last good bye or I love you will be.  So. much has happened since you got your wings. Lauren is having your first grand bady, and I know you would be so excited. I have moved to Dallas with Haywood, the kids are getting so big and missing you every step of the way.  I think I took having you around for granted, I did'nt imagine that I would be visiting my aunt without you in the house.  All your kids are doing great, I know you are shining down on us, wishing us well.  I thought each year would get a little easier but it does'nt.  Death is the worst part of life! If I never told you enough while you had breath in your body, I am sorry! But I truly adored you and love you so much. We all miss you to the moon. I find myself smoking cigars and laughing about that crazy night on Virginia when we turnt all the way up. I know you are in heaven walking streets of gold and BBQ like nobody's business.  I am still keeping an eye out on my aunt, like I promised. Until we meet again, Love you! 

Gone way to soon!