Dear Ryan ~ Saturday after a long ride, I peddled over to your place to greet you before your Colorado departure. The lights were on but could not rouse anyone. I suspect that you were out for a walk together. This morning I visited with your Mama at home before she and Janelle leave later today for Denver.
A few days ago I remembered a conversation your Mom and I had years ago when you were in high school. You were such a responsible and focused young man. One time after you rescued Becky Dearborn from a car situation on some lake back road, your Mother was telling me how much you enjoy rescuing folks. She said that you had always been quick to grab the 4-wheeler to pull a stuck snowmobile out of the lake or answer a dame in distress. "Help is on the way" seems to be your motto, Ryan, and you respond out of the core of your character. You seem to be wired to help. "Private Ryan Saving Chad" fits.
Thank you for becoming the full man God intended when He shaped you from the beginning. You fulfill His good intentions as a conduit of help for others. Just like your Daddy, I might add.
May the Lord be near ~ caren m
Ryan’s response:
Thanks Caren for your encouraging words. It's great to hear from you again.
It's at times like this I am reminded of the influences of my past. You and Robert were a huge part of that. I am excited to see what God has in store for my family in the future as well.
Thanks for your prayers.
my last email:
Bless you Buddy. It will sure be good to see you tooling around the neighborhood with your family. Hurry home! We miss you already...
You know, Ryan, that Robert thought the world of you. His confidence in you has not been misplaced.
Love to all, especially your brave bride ~ care
You did hurry home, Ryan. And we do miss you
You did hurry home, Ryan. And we do miss you
2 comments:
I can hardly read the words through the tears. He did hurry home...much to quickly. God does have something amazing for his precious family.
Just re-read this. Thanks Caren.
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