I’m headed to the Bahamas today with my eldest son and closest friend, Jennifer. I wish I could tell you it is for a much needed and long overdue holiday. Unfortunately, we’re going to visit with and say goodbye to a very dear friend, Michael, who is dying from bone cancer. I wanted to share with you some pages of the iBook we created for Michael. Hopefully, the book will bring back some happy memories to Michael as well as put his infectious smile back on his face.
This is the front cover we chose for the book.
Michael helping my youngest son with his homework.
This photo speaks for itself.
We included the caption, "We Caught A Big One", with this photo.
Caption: May the best man win and loser does the dishes.
Caption: Mini-Me
Michael finally decided to take scuba lessons 3 years ago so that he could join us on our daily dives.
My sons always called Michael their "Black Father".
Like Father, Like Son!
Finally the book ended with the following quote by Oscar Wilde: Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is by far the best ending for one.
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Oooo, Karyn. That’s so sad. Sounds like Michael was a really important part of your family. I’m sorry this is happening. Way too young.
Thanks Pam. This is going to be a very difficult week.
Oh, Karyn, I’m so sorry for your family’s pain. He looks like such an incredible light.
Thank you so much Alexandria! We will miss him terribly when he is gone.
Oh, got teary at the end there. He looks like such a sweet man. I’m so sorry, Karyn. Enjoy your precious time with him!
I can’t imagine not having a chance to say goodbye. Although this has been an incredibly tough week, I am so grateful to be here … helping his wife and sharing memories with Michael. Thanks for your support!