Gone but not forgotten

Last Friday my good friend Ginger called late at night to inform me of the sad news of her brother’s passing. At first I couldn’t believe my ears, after all Wyatt is only 24 and it is difficult to accept the fact that someone so young and full of promises is gone, just like that. I thought about writing about him, but I hesitated. After all, I have only met him on several occasions and I really can’t claim to say that I know him well. However, within the short few hours that I have spent getting to know him, I was impressed by his honesty and insight into his own world. I was further impressed by the selfless act of dropping everything that he holds dear to go overseas to help the less fortunate. I don’t think I would have the courage to make that kind of commitment, no matter how much I wanted to help. I was impressed by his good nature and how easy it was to be around him. It is as if no matter whom you are as long as you are in his company you are a friend. Unfortunately life was cut short for Wyatt, but fortunately he went doing something that he loves.

Today being Thanksgiving, I just wanted to say that I am thankful for the memories of those that touched my life and marched on. I am also thankful for those that remain in my life to continue to offer love and support and teach me valuable lessons in living the life that I want. I know that this Thanksgiving has forever changed the lives of the Ammon family, and I would just like to offer my deepest sympathy. As Ginger said, we should celebrate life. Life is short, but always worth living.

If you would like to find out more about Wyatt, he has a memorial site: wyattammon.org and his blog: zambum.blogspot.com