Hey Rudy-
I have to admit, I have posted on this thread before & admired it each time. It was not until TODAY that I realized what happend (not the first time I am the last one to "get it") It was today that I realized you lost your son Jay.
In two hours, my family is having a party (returning from Iraq party for my Uncle in law Sam). That is why I went to this thread before I go this party. I wanted to say hello to everyone & celebrate. He has been home now for about 3 weeks. I debated once I knew about Jay if I should post at all.... I thought how unfair it is for us to be be celebrating this day knowing that you are many miles away... greiving the loss of your son. But then I thought about this: Jay is one of the reasons why I am celebrating Sam's return today. It is because of people like Jay that we remember why we are here doing what we do. At best, today is bitter-sweet as me & the kid's going to this celebration of my uncles return from Iraq.
Here's the thing- I beleieve that there is a reason for everything. There is a reason that I found this thread today & found out about Jay while at the same time I will be celebrating Sam's return. Whatever the reason may be, Jay will be honored by all when I get there... your family will be prayed for when I get there, & Jay's bravery & service will be mentioned & will not be in vein. Thank God for people like Jay... thank God. Today before we eat, I will gather everyone for grace & we will pray over you & your family.
I am sorry I did not know... guess my ADD is still there from childhood a little... but now I know & I can pray about it. I think it is healthy for you to talk about Jay if you feel like it... we are your support & family from far away too. I cannot imagine your pain, but I can pray about it & ask God to help. I am sure Jay is a fine man & WE THANK YOUR FOR SHARING YOUR PAIN WITH US. I/we support you & your family. If you need anything, just PM me. Rigsby