It is early. THE DAY. Not wanting to face the reality that
my grandson really has passed away. But, it is something
we all face, and I know I am not alone in my grief.
His father is absolutely devastated. We had a very good
relationship with him as an ex-son in-law, and I feel so
broken hearted, not just from losing Alex, but from having
to see the many grieving family members. His sister, she
has always been there for him. Actually, she lost not just
a brother but in a way a son. You don't mother a person
from little girl up to age 25 without that feeling of losing a
person having been dependent upon you for these short
years. Their hearts were knitted togeher.
Alex left many friends behind. He was so well known and
liked. He, like his mother, (who is deceased), knew no
strangers.
We will miss his laughter, his sense of humor, and quick
wit.
It has been said he was turning over a new leaf. Beginning
to see life differently. He just turned 22 in May. So a young man
was beginning his lifes journey. It was cut short for some
unknown reason. One person made a touching comment,
"What better time to go, than when he was ready to make
changes for the good." Just like his mom. God in his infinite
mercy understands why this was Alex's time to leave this
earth. To us it appeared he was just beginning. But, we must
remember, only God knows how long we are put here for.
But, Oh, the pain...we who are left behind, go through.
For anyone who is not a believer, you may not understand.
That is okay. For those of us who are, we recall that in
the scriptures, 'Jesus wept' when he was on this earth.
I am not ashamed as a Christian to show that my heart
is broken and my tears flow freely.
An old song...."I Don't Need To Understand, I Just Need To
Hold HIs Hand."'
GG-62-