My Dearest Dan

Dan,
For so many years you were the man in my life. There are so many memories that have overwhelmed me these last few days it's almost hard to keep them separate. Before you left, I hope you realized a few things. Like the fact that I absolutely adore you. I was always in awe of your spirit. Never have I met someone so magnetic. Wherever you were people wanted to be. Never have I met someone as creative as you. I would always brag and tell people that my brother would one day write for Saturday Night Live. I still think your skit about the hobo is money! (Unfortunately, it is not appopriate for this blog but I'll tell you if you ask me personally) Never have I met someone as compassionate as you. As us girls have decided your life motto always was, "As Is". You accepted everyone for exactly who they were.

Dan our conversations aren't done, this is just a neat one that our loved ones get to listen in on. We will always talk and I will let you know how much I love and miss you. Ryan will know her uncle. And don't worry, I will encourage her humor and teach her the importance of an educated vote!

I miss you buddy. I want to scratch your big long back and shove my face into your chest as we hug. I'm not sure how I'll get through this, but please know we will always be Kate, Sarah, Dan, Becky. Get things ready up there buddy. We will see you soon. I love you.