Don will always be my big brother that I idolized. I was 7 years younger than he. With all that age difference I was to him "the brat" until I reached my 40s. Then we became real friends. As a child I thought there was no one better than he, funnier, or more handsome! I remember him tickling me unmercifully, and me harassing him by hiding behind the sofa where he and one of his many girlfriends would sit and hold hands. I loved him so much I cried a lot when he joined the navy, Wow, was he handsome in his uniform!
My beloved brother Don was incredibly talented! He took houses and finished them and renovated them all with the skill of his own brain and hands. His art work was and is beautiful. One of his best talents is how he could tease you and make you laugh and love you at the same time. Don and I were very sympatico with our interests in boats and sailing and our dreams of freedom. We didn't need to speak to communicate our closness, it was just always there.
So, my wonderful brother, I miss you and always will until the time of our reunion, that I know will happen! I wish you Joy and Love in your new home. I see you sailing in freedom like we planned. Please save me a seat in the cockpit next to you where we can sail off together in Joyous Freedom. Thank you for loving me, my sweet brother! .Your little sister, Nancy.