It's still hard to comprehend that you're gone...even one year later. There isn't one single day that I don't think of you, miss you terribly, and grieve over your leaving us way too soon.
Your passing was one of the worst days of my life and has affected me deeply, but calling you my brother for more than 20 years was one of the greatest blessings God has ever bestowed upon anyone. The relationship we had was rare, and more special than most brothers who share the same blood. The opportunity to be your Uber driver for those last two weeks was a gift I shall forever treasure.
Those of us you left behind continue with life because, as they say, life must go on. Somehow, in your most unselfish of ways, I believe that's the way you would want it. Some days are good and some are very bad, but through it all, we who knew and still love you, find comfort in each other while telling stories and sharing laughter of the great times we spent together. Those beautiful memories are priceless.
May God's kingdom be all you ever imagined and more. It brings comfort knowing you've reunited with all those you've loved and lost...and also finally got to meet my dad. What I would give see the interaction between the two of you...and the mere thought brings tears of joy to my eyes.
I love and miss you, but I'm forever grateful to God for bringing you into my life. I'm a better human being for having known you and look forward to day when I will see you once again.
R.I.P.