Today is Al’s Birthday. Al was my brother-in-law, but more importantly, he was my best friend. He is remembered as a true warrior, who fought until the end. He never gave up. He was a man of many talents and many friends. He never told anyone how to live — he just lived, and we’re all better off having watched him do it.
Losing a friend is one of the biggest challenges we face — as the years pass, it becomes less about “what we have lost” and more about who they were, what they thought us, and how we can share that with others. That’s one of the best ways we can honor our loved ones who have passed on — to share with others what we learned from them.
So Happy Birthday, Al! I’m sure you’re having a big party up there today. Have fun, but remember to keep your halo on….
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