I was a good friend of ross in high school. We just kinda fell out of touch. I have thought of ross many time sence i saw him last. Wondering how he was doing. If i could have found a way to talk to him i would have in a sec. Ross was always very cool. Laid back. Had the face of a million smiles. All the girls loved him. He was so nice all the time. He never really lost his temper. All said in done. He left far to early. I have missed you for a while now. Now i miss you even more. Take care old friend.
Well son, we made it through your birthday. Each and every one of us remembered you, your life and all the love we carry with us in our hearts in our own special way.
Ed played onstage at Church (for the first time) on the 26th of May. I wish you could've been sitting where we were, watching the glow of Christ across his face, radiating from within.
Both your dad and Chris look so 'peaceful', sharing their hearts, souls, voices and talents when singing/playing for the Lord.
Your Dad had a dream the night before your birthday.....he awoke scared. Seems you and him, along with one of your friends were camping in the mountains. Ed said you and the friend were 'going for a walk' and he said to you, "I love you, son." You glanced back, not replying. Ed began his daily activities with this on his mind. As he was driving to work, God spoke to him. He said, "I know it was God.....and it was loud and clear." God told him, "Fear not, he is with me." What joy to hear....our Lord's voice, with such a beautiful message.
Crystal had her birthday on the 1st of June and Justin's was the 2nd. Each one thought of how previous birthdays were spent, holding you in their hearts. Justin will graduate high school on the 10th. Although you won't be there (physically) to see him walk across that stage, we know you'll be there in spirit. Our hearts are heavy, knowing Justin is leaving for Basic/AIT/Jump School on the 28th. He's often told us, 'I'll have my own Guardian Angel, so don't worry about me.' Yeah, like this is something parents won't do.
Life is moving forward, times are changing. There are so many times we wish we could have that 'one more day' with you....even knowing it would leave us 'wishing for one more day'.
You may be gone from Mother Earth, but you remain forever in our hearts. Our love continues on. Visit us often, shine your light from Heaven and reach down to catch our tears.
Love to a very special son,
Mama Lynn
Felt this overwhelming need to write this.
Love, Ross
By Rich Reith
Mom, if I could just live one more day
I would let you know how much your’re loved
You would feel me try in every way
To show what I cannot from above.
Dad, if I could live just one more day
I’d show you how your son had grown
My wife and child all of life’s bouquet
Determination in me you’d never known
Hunter, if I could live just one day
I would wrap you tight deep in my arms
I’d talk and kiss, hug and play
Until God returned me safely home
Tiffany, if I had just one more day
It would be too little time
To say all the things I need to say
Of how lucky I am that you are mine.
But remember, we'll have infinite days
Tiffany, Hunter, Mom and Dad,
To cling together and sing Gods praise
So please don’t cry, don’t be sad
My days apart have just begun
Each one infinity to each of you
You count your time from sun to sun
From evening moon to morning dew
They shall pass, these mortal days
And we'll be reunited here
Until then I’ll not be far away
And my love will try to dry each tear
HURRICANE RAIN
Much like the weather, our emotions can change,
I've seen nothing more powerful than the Hurricane Rain.
Spring's gentle breezes reflect life's new beginnings,
Winter snowstorms are much like our endings.
The good and the bad, we've been through it all,
Spirits will soar and like autumn leaves fall.
Family and friends, like roses with sharp thorns,
Bring us great beauty, leave us shattered and torn.
Every once in a while someone special comes along,
God sends us His Angels when our spirits aren't strong.
A chance encounter becomes a friend to the end,
Shoulders to lean on, with bad weather, won't bend.
When our work on Earth is over and done,
Angels will gather to lead the way home.
Some of our loved ones we must leave behind,
Need special Angels to ease troubled minds.
Heaven's door opens, the sunlight shines through,
God reaches His arms, "How much I love you."
"Lord, I've been blessed all of my life,
With wonderful children and a most cherished wife.
I know they'll join me one of these days,
But, Lord, now they need you in so many ways."
God gently smiles, "Son never fear,
I've sent 10,000 Angels to gather them near.
My Angels are treasures, their work is so hard,
Bringing such comfort when the days become dark.
My son, they have feelings, they'll cry with your pain,
That's how men bear witness to the Hurricane Rain."
Lynn Price © August 1986
In Memory of My Angels
Here's to you brother!To all those nights in the garage!Some nights just passing paths,some nights sitting and talking about the day's or night's events.All those times just talking about anything.Or about everything.Both of us in our boxers...freezing our butts off!!!!Smoking our cigs. and watching t.v..How about those nights we would stay up until the buttcrack of dawn getting smashed?Seems pretty stupid these days but they're the days I'll never forget now!!!I miss my friend Ross.I miss you buddy.I miss my brother.I miss my younger brother giving me hell about everything.I miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I remember the last time I talked to you.The sincerity in our voices was crystal clear.For the first time we had a completely adult conversation.We told each other how much we loved one another and missed each other.We had mad plans for that weekend....which we both never followed up on...If only we knew right!!!I cant begin to tell you how I regret moments like that in my life.But,I guess you know all of that now.All the times I've cried myself to sleep...all the times I've cried myself awake...the moments when watching t.v. or just having a conversation and out of nowhere I bust out into tears...having to leave the room...these are now the moments in my life I regret.I regret not knowing you better,being there for you more,seeing you more,talking to you more...I regret not being the brother I should have been!!!I miss you Ross!!!!!!!I guess thats my burden to bare...I love you my friend,my wish,my brother...I love you!!!!!!!
