Re: Some sad news about Dustyd (read this one)
Submitted by Oliver on August 09 1999 at 14:46:04
In reply to Re: Some sad news about Dustyd (read this one) Submitted by Derrick on August 09 1999 at 01:25:07
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Hi Derrick, I know how you feel losing a friend. I lost a special friend last year around this time. I celebrated one year since his homegoing (heaven) on June 30. John was special because he knew he was a very strong person and believer of God and the Bible. I always wondered how he could be so mature and understanding, and yet live with a sadness, if I were in his place, I would blame God for giving me. You see, he had a terminal illness and was born with this condition. He knew all his life he would die before he was 20 (few live longer than that). I watched him go in and out of the hospital and it was devistating for me to see all those tubes and stuff in him, weak, helpless, but he always had a smile when I walked in the door. I loved him so much for that. There were times we could do active stuff like play sports. One month before his passing, he and I went to an all-night lock in at the rec center where I attend college. We played raquet ball, basketball, swam, and had a great time. He deteriorated quickly and died a short while after. He was 16. I'll never forget the friendship he showed me, the love he sahred with everyone, and the life and excitment he had about sharing Jesus to others. Not long after his passing, I met your friend Dusty on line. We shared jokes, a little about the Bible, I read his story and shared mine with him. He and I also shared the same favorite song by Michael W. Smith called Place in this World, and I'd like to share those lyrics with you here: The wind is moving, but I am standing Still A life of pages, waiting to be filled A heart that's hopeful; A head that's full of dreams But this becomming is harder than it seems Feels like...I'm Looking for a Reason Roaming through the night to find my place in this world My place in this World Not a lot to lean on I need your Light to help me find my Place in this world My place in this world If there are millions down on thier knees Among the many can you still hear me Here me asking, where do I belong Is there a vision, that I can call my own Show me...I'm Looking for a Reason Roaming through the night to find my place in this world My place in this World Not a lot to lean on I need your Light to help me find my Place in this world My place in this world Derrick, right now I think this is where you are. Seraching for a place in this world. I think Dusty found his, finally, and that was with you. Such nobility you've shown in caring for him like you did, being his best friend and brother, sharing your sadness with us. I'm honored to meet you and to share in the celebration of life Dusty showed all of us. Please keep that spirit alive. If you ever need a place to come, the door is always open, just knock. 24/7, just post to say hi and we are here for you. I am too. Please e-mail me if you need anything (OliverB@goplay.com) Keep the faith, my brother. I know things will be alright, for you, and for everyone. God bless you and give you rest. Love from tears...(((HUGS))) to Joy, Oliver |