to have friends is...

[moderncyclista]

Painful sometimes.
I didn't know where else to put this...

Recently, I just lost a friend and cycling buddy - gone at the young age of 29. I shall miss his hearty laughter and wonderous personality. This came as a complete shock to me, was very sudden and the longer I live and the closer I am to people - the more painful this is. However, I wouldn't give up the pain for anything because of the joy that comes with it. There is wonderous beauty to be found in the companionship of others and the simple joys of friendship.

I am saddened though for those who loved him even more than I did. I hold them in love and light always. I am left only with the inertia of my relationship to him. I hope that where ever he is - that they have great bicycles and awesome nachos. Please say some type of prayer for his family, holding them in love and light. Goodbye friend, you are dearly missed. <3

[NoNo]

So sorry to hear about your friend. I know the pain well, I suddenly lost a dear friend and father-figure several years ago, and the thought of him still brings me to tears. What hurts the most is knowing I'll never meet another person like him and that I never expressed how dear his friendship was to me.

[tulip]

Moderncyclista, those are some powerful and beautiful thoughts. Thanks. So sorry for the loss of your friend, and my prayers and wishes go to his family. That photos is timeless.

[OakLeaf]

(((((((moderncyclista))))))) So sorry for your loss.

[shootingstar]

I'm sorry for the loss of your cycling buddy. A shared love of cycling is something he has given to you forever.

[Bike Chick]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[azfiddle]

I want to add my condolences as well. I'm sure you are going to remember your friend for all of the good times you shared, and he must have been a special person in your life. I hope you can cherish those memories and do a kind deed or action in his name to keep his name and spirit alive.


When one of my band members died a few years ago,as the result of a tragic and sudden accident, I was devastated. He was a dear friend, and as close as family. That was when I learned how important kind words can be in coping with a loss.

Hugs to you-
Sharon

[sundial]

What a beautiful tribute for a special friend. Perhaps he will be in the breeze that caresses your cheek as you ride the long stretch of road.

[arielmoon]

((((moderncyclista)))) Sorry for your loss.

What a beautiful tribute for a special friend. Perhaps he will be in the breeze that caresses your cheek as you ride the long stretch of road.

Wow that is beautiful!

[moderncyclista]

Thank you everyone.

I am so thankful for all my friends and loved ones and I am reminded to not take them for granted. The time we assume we have isn't promised us, we must make the most of what we have. We should hold dear to the ones we love, like an anchor in the stormy seas of life. I thank you for helping be an anchor. Even though I haven't met you all, you have been so nice, so warm and welcoming. This means a lot.

Sundial: I did take a ride the other day with my partner on the trail we have here that runs by a creek. As the fading light sparkled and faded and the creek rushed and swirled - the breeze cool and crisp - I thought of him. I smiled. He would've thought it was a "great day for riding." It was a much warmer day than we've had before it or since. I know he was with us on that ride. I am grateful that wonderful people exist and that I've had the good fortune to find them.