And then there were none…

Disclaimer – this post is all about me me me me me and my family soooo don’t read- read – whatever – my blog/my rules.

I am sad – we (as in my family)are sad.

This week we said goodbye to last of my Father’s family – My Uncle Alex.

My Father was one of a brood of many – I can never remember the exact count but there were many.

Many have passed on but my Uncle Alex was the last of that exact brood to do so this week.

My Uncle was somewhat of a “force” in my life -while the details are long past – he was the driving force in my love for the equine species.

He instilled in me the respect and knowledge of the “old school” leaving out the fluff and reminding me of the partnership.

I grew up with my cousins really.

As long as I can remember we were going to their house or they were coming to ours – those were truly good times in my childhood.

Rafting in the flooded forest – drinking Dr.Pepper – hanging with the horses – mini bikes- endless meals – adventure – I miss those simple days of fun.

They were there for me when my parents passed and to them I will be eternally grateful.

As usual – thru the years you lose touch and shit happens and then you grow up and realize that we really all just kids trying to remember those simple times.

This week was tough!

When my Aunt Jeanne (Uncle Alex’s wife) passed- my cousin essentially put his life on hold to care for my Uncle which was no easy feat as he was one stubborn mule!!!

We said our final goodbyes ummmm Wednesday no Thursday – good Lord this past week is a blur BUT we had an amazing dinner on Friday night at one of my Uncle’s favourite spots!

Great food – even better company!

As always my fear is that when someone passes- you lose that bond – and it takes work to keep us together BUT I think we will – I hope we will.

To this end – I would like to thank my cousins for honouring me with the privilege to be with you thru the final days/hours.

I am truly and deeply touched to have been part of this final journey – my promise is that I will keep this bond/friendship going and we will all be better for it.

RIP Uncle Alex – you were definitely one of a kind!!!