Goodbye

I'm sorry I can't be there to say my "goodbye" to you, in person. We both know, seeing me at your funeral would put your sister over the edge - ooh, she still hates me! Don't worry about her though, I have it on good authority - the Gutz's will take very good care of her. She won't be alone.

I have a lot of good memories of our friendship that I will always hold close to my heart. I'll always remember your warm smile, your goofy laugh and the many afternoons hanging out with you at the station. You always said everything would be right for you again if that station re-opened. I hope you see the answers to your life from where you are. I hope you understand why I couldn't let myself be more to you. I hope you see what God had planned for us and why it couldn't be what you wanted. Most of all, I hope you know, I'm sorry I hurt you.

Rest in peace, Rick. Goodbye.