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!
6 comments:
I am so sorry to hear about your brothers passing. You and your family will be in my prayers!!!
Thanks for sharing a bit of Riley. Love you!!
You are such a sweetheart! Thanks for sharing your memories, even a little bit. I wish I could have met him. Thank heaven for eternity and a Heavenly Father who knows how everything should be in the end. Love you!! Call me when you get a chance! =)
I am so sorry Alli. Thank you for your sweet testimony. You and yours will be in my thoughts and prayers.
love you! hope to see you guys when we come home in April!
I found your blog link through facebook! I loved seeing the pictures of you with your brother Riley! Thanks for your thoughts and testimony! Love ya girl!
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