Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Ther is a hole in my life that John occupied. He was a constant in my life for as far back as I can remember. He was my first friend. He was the kid I had my first fistfight with. But we were always friends. Partners in childhood crime, throwing snowballs at cars, knocking on doors and running away. Nicking matches from the cupboard to light firecrackers he had procured. When we were six, we poked our fingers and were blood brothers. My parents gave me one brother, but God gave me another.\
The best thing that ever happened to John, was Tonya. She found the best in him, even when he didn't want anyone to see it. Just before he met her, was probably the lowest point he had ever reached. Tonya stood by him. I remember taking her to county to see John during this low time. She never gave up on him. Almost 30 years ago, John told me that all he wanted was to be a good Husband and Father. I think he suceeded. Our lives will be less rich without him. Goodbye Brother.\
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Stevie