Friendship that has been around over 40 years. These three people have been Rob's friends sinse grade school or Jr.high and ever since. And each and everyone has taken time from their day, every single day for 13 months to talk to Rob and support him since Daniel has been diagnosed. Everyone of our friends and family has had their role in this year and none is more important than the other, just different. These three however have been instrumental in holding Rob together on a daily basis. Honestly, they have probably sooken to him more than I have in the last year. I know they have been such a strong support system for him and today he wanted to thank them and take them for lunch with Daniel and Matthew and myself joining them to show our appreciation. Over the year Rob has told me how much it means that he talks to them everyday and for him to get together with them and thank them like this will never be enough for him but it meant a lot to him. There was lots of laughing and stories from when they all grew up (some grew up more than others ;) ;) ) and it was great for the boys to see how their Dad has had such meaningful lasting friendships that stand the test of time. It makes you wonder what is really important and who is really there for you. Thank you Andrew, Portia, and Scott for being there for Rob and showing your concern for me always as well. You all set the model for true friendship.
Whew, it has been a thought provoking couple of days.
Whew, it has been a thought provoking couple of days.