Wow this last month has flown by and yet has been some of the longest days of my life. Some of you may or may not know the tragedy that my family has been going through. My little brother Riley passed away unexpectedly on January 19th. Words can't really express the emotions or feelings that accompany a death. There are so many things that I wish I could have or would have said. Wishing I had invited him over one more time to hang out or go and do something. I must say that I feel blessed to have had the time that I did with Riley. Josh and I were able to go to a movie on New Year's Day with Riley-just the 3 of us hanging out.
I thank my Heavenly Father for the amazing memories that I am able to have of Riley. As I think about the last few weeks I am so incredibly grateful for the knowledge that I have of eternal families. The knowledge that I KNOW I will see my brother again has brought much comfort. I am blessed to KNOW that we will be together as a family someday. That is why life can continue for me-that is why I will never forget him.
This picture is me and my beautiful sisters.
One last family picture with Riley's casket.
This last picture from that day is our family doing a group hug at the cemetery. It was a wonderful moment that we were able to share.
Here are some of my favorites...
Riley's high school graduation!
Here we are in DC...what a stud!
Chilling on the tour bus..we thought we were pretty cool!
Now compare the next 2 pictures...taken in the same place...he is "one tall drink of water" :)
And lastly from my wedding...love him!
