John-
I think of you often, more frequently as time goes by. Even though we lost touch after high school, you left a permanent mark on my heart. Each time I think of you a smile spreads across my face, even if tears also come to my eyes. At those moments I remember your wisdom that was always beyond your years, your heart that seemed to be filled with limitless love, your honesty and integrity, and how you gave all of your energy to each and every endeavor- expecting excellence from yourself but never expecting anything from others. I see you on chairlifts, powder days, in the crowd at races. And every once in a while, I see you in those quiet moments where you would simply "just be" with friends, relishing that quality time that the rest of us don't ever seem to get enough of.
Now when I think of you, I picture you and Arleen sharing stories, philosophies, and lots of brownies. I picture you two just as you were all those years ago- supporting the people you love in any capacity you can, and challenging those around you to be better people.
I think of you often, more frequently as time goes by. Even though we lost touch after high school, you left a permanent mark on my heart. Each time I think of you a smile spreads across my face, even if tears also come to my eyes. At those moments I remember your wisdom that was always beyond your years, your heart that seemed to be filled with limitless love, your honesty and integrity, and how you gave all of your energy to each and every endeavor- expecting excellence from yourself but never expecting anything from others. I see you on chairlifts, powder days, in the crowd at races. And every once in a while, I see you in those quiet moments where you would simply "just be" with friends, relishing that quality time that the rest of us don't ever seem to get enough of.
Now when I think of you, I picture you and Arleen sharing stories, philosophies, and lots of brownies. I picture you two just as you were all those years ago- supporting the people you love in any capacity you can, and challenging those around you to be better people.