I am a pastor. A part of my job is to write funeral sermons. I cannot imagine writing, much less giving, such a powerful testimony for any of my children. Wow us too small a word. This was very moving.
Also, may you be surrounded by peace and comfort in your grief. And, if you are religious, may God envelop you with a grace beyond understanding in the midst of this sorrow.
Scott, I am so very sorry. The loss to you and your family is one every parent fears, every moment of our lives. Talking about that moment seems almost impossible to me. You and Layne are examples of bravery I can aspire to but will probably never reach. Your writing is eloquent and heartfelt. I have needed 3 breaks to think of how to express these thoughts and I’ve had to struggle to hold back some tears of my own. Those tears were for you and Layne. Bless you and all who were privileged to have known Layne. I'm certain he will be kept in your hearts forever.
Wow. This is beautiful. I'm sorry for your loss, but I'm glad he has leveled up. May we follow his path and see him again when the credits roll for our games.
I have no idea how you wrote that. Losing my brother tore me to pieces last year and I could do no more than wail & sob at his funeral. You are incredible, which I've always known, and it sounds like you had an incredible kid in Layne. I wish I'd known him, but after reading this, I kind of do. I wish your family peace; I know it's hard and some days you'll laugh and then wonder how you could possibly be laughing. And then you remember their smile and their laugh. And you smile a little sadder, remembering how you love them.
I am a pastor. A part of my job is to write funeral sermons. I cannot imagine writing, much less giving, such a powerful testimony for any of my children. Wow us too small a word. This was very moving.
Also, may you be surrounded by peace and comfort in your grief. And, if you are religious, may God envelop you with a grace beyond understanding in the midst of this sorrow.
You are an amazing dad, brother, and human. I love you very much.
Such a moving, eloquent, and transcendent eulogy to your beloved son.
What a privilege to be granted a glimpse into a special life...a better world.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Life won't be the same, but you will forever be transformed through his life and legacy, as will we...your readers and admirers from afar.
Scott, I am so very sorry. The loss to you and your family is one every parent fears, every moment of our lives. Talking about that moment seems almost impossible to me. You and Layne are examples of bravery I can aspire to but will probably never reach. Your writing is eloquent and heartfelt. I have needed 3 breaks to think of how to express these thoughts and I’ve had to struggle to hold back some tears of my own. Those tears were for you and Layne. Bless you and all who were privileged to have known Layne. I'm certain he will be kept in your hearts forever.
Wow. This is beautiful. I'm sorry for your loss, but I'm glad he has leveled up. May we follow his path and see him again when the credits roll for our games.
I have no idea how you wrote that. Losing my brother tore me to pieces last year and I could do no more than wail & sob at his funeral. You are incredible, which I've always known, and it sounds like you had an incredible kid in Layne. I wish I'd known him, but after reading this, I kind of do. I wish your family peace; I know it's hard and some days you'll laugh and then wonder how you could possibly be laughing. And then you remember their smile and their laugh. And you smile a little sadder, remembering how you love them.
I am so sorry my friend. I can’t even begin to imagine what you are going through right now.
My prayers for you and your family.