On Wednesday March 25th my father called at work and informed me that his good friend had inoperable cancer.  He was released from the hospital to go home to die.  On Saturday the 28th we drove down to Colorado where we were able to spend time with him and his family.  Many wonderful stories where told and many laughs were shared.  On Sunday evening we were able to leave saying our goodbyes.  On Monday night our dear friend passed from this mortal life. 

I am so very thankful for the knowledge that we have a loving Heavenly Father.  I know without doubt that this dear man is not suffering and that we will see each other again.  I am thankful for the knowledge that him and his wife were sealed for time and all eternity.

As sad as this past week has been it allowed my to reunite with dear people from past.  It has also taught me a great deal about friendship.  That friendship can and will survive distance and time.  If I can be half the friend that my father and Bill was that I truly have treasures beyond measure.

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