September 1, 2017
September 1, 2017
Jim – How can you not be here with us? It does not seem possible. I, too, am comforted to read the notes from those who loved you and shared the more recent part of your life. We go way back. And lost touch as the years became messy and complicated. Such good memories. Although I was the only girl in our mix of you, Eric, Andy, Terry and Matt, I found a soul mate in you. So many good memories of dinners together as families at our house and yours, swimming at the pool, church, and the many talks we had of families, the future and the bitter sweetness of this life. You were kind, gentle, loving, patient, calm, direct and funny. Ok, and maybe a little a dark and intense at times! Which I believe came from your braveness of taking all life has to offer in and your ability to connect with others. You saw and felt the pain and beauty of life. How amazing to learn of all of your adventures and where you took your life. The road less traveled, for sure, was the path you were meant for. I will always miss you. I will always remember your kind gestures. How I wish I was telling you all of this now in person, so I could see your smile and that twinkle in your eyes, hear your laugh and have you respond. I hope you knew how much you were loved. I hope you felt how special you were. I will keep your parents, Andy, Eric and Anna and all of your family and dear friends in my thoughts as they now start a new chapter without your physical presence. What a legacy you have left behind and a gift you were to everyone who knew you.
