Honoring the Alabama Scotsman

I lost a friend on October 31st, 2009. Worse, a community lost a mentor. Even worse, a family lost a husband, father, and son. Our loss was surely Heaven's gain. I have no doubt that there are more smiles, laughter, and debates going on now behind those Pearly Gates. I hope that there are bagpipes playing.
The statement "God places angels in our path just when we need them," comes to mind. These "angels" convince us to believe in ourselves when we are uncertain. They offer a hand without being asked. These angels help us to grow and become more than we were before. They teach us to fly.
I honor you today, my one of a kind friend. I offer up prayers for you and your family to have peace. I thank you for being an angel in my life, just when I needed one. I would not be the same without your encouragement and faith. You live on in many hearts.
Until we meet again...