Dear Sister


 My sister's eldest son, my first nephew Michael, passed away last Tuesday, October 18, 2022. My heart goes out to her and Michael's birth father, Michael Senior. 

I dedicate this post to my sister Theresa, Michael Sr., Michael's daughters, and my dearly departed nephew Michael. 

I can't begin to imagine the pain that losing a child must be like. She has lost three children, within the past seven years. My heart truly aches for her. 

With planes, trains, and automobiles on the rise, the distance between families is increasing. It seems we sometimes go years, if not our whole lives, without even knowing who some of our family members are. 

Though I knew Michael, I did not know him as well as I should have. The last time I saw him, was at my Mom's funeral, more than four years ago. Funerals are too often, becoming the impromptu family reunions of our times. 

I need to start being the one who breaks this cycle of apathy. I challenge you to do the same. Get to know those people you share a bloodline with. Reach out and mend fences if you need to. Don't let pride get the best of you. 

Times were when they lived right down the street, now thousands of miles may be what separates you. In this world of Facebook, text messages, and emails, you don't have any excuse. 

It's certainly hard to say your farewells to anyone you care for. It is especially hard for a parent to say goodbye to a child. My Sister has had the misfortune of experiencing this grief, three times in the past seven years. 

Celebrate this life we are gifted with. Embrace every moment of every day. Tomorrow is not promised. 

Today is the day for you to take action.

I sincerely hope that my closeness to my Sister helps me to somehow ease her pain. That's what family should be for, to be there for one another. The past year proved to me that Theresa will always be there for me. It was my turn to show her I can give as well as take.

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  1. Aunt SueOctober 21, 2022 at 6:10 AM

    So we'll said and so true Bob. My heart breaks for my sweet niece. My thoughts and prayers go out to her and all of Michaels family. This is so hard.

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