It took Ian quite a while to "trust" me.  I was able to trim his beard "&" quite long hair after such a time.  Seeing his photo reminded me of this time and it has made me sad that I can never again trim him beard and hear him say "Roger" in a voice that I know to be his.

Life is too short.  We are so fortunate to have people come into our lives, even for such a short time, but make such an impact - it leave a "dent"!

This "dent", I will carry forever as it belongs to Ian.  I can`t believe I am still grieving.  Perhaps I will grieve for more time to come.  But I know as memories go I have some of the best there is as I was blessed to know and be part of his life.  To this I say "thank you".  I just wish I could have done MORE.  Instead I did less.  For this I will have to live with.  Perhaps a lesson to learn and carry through - DO MORE not less.  SAY MORE not less.  BE MORE not less. 

We have but one chance - its out there.  Let`s all learn together.  Christ you`ll be - and are - missed.  Past tense is still an issue.

I love you and will always love my friend … Ian

May you be at peace and not in pain

Mel xxx

15/4/2013