I know it’s getting a little easier. I don’t fall apart every single day now, but there’s still such a huge hole in my life. I guess there always will be.
The 10th annual hate crimes vigil in remembrance of the murder of Billy Jack Gaither and of other victims of violence will be held this Sunday at 4 pm on the steps of the state capitol in Montgomery. There will be a reception following at the Civil Rights Memorial Center at 400 Washington Avenue.
This year, the vigil will include the presentation of the Billy Jack Gaither Humanitarian Award to recognize the person who has done the most in the past year to reduce violence against the LGBT community. Nominations opened before Ken died, and I expect he would have been the recipient regardless, but I wish he could be here to be recognized for his work. Even if he would have been embarrassed, he deserved all the kind words that will no doubt be spoken.
Join us. Remember.
Thinking of you and warmly remembering your brother’s dear smile. Certainly a strong and beautiful branch of the ole’ family tree. I’m certainly proud of to claim that branch, too! Love to all that love Ken!
Kathy,
May you find solace in the inspiring memories of the exemplary life of your brother.
I didn’t know your brother, but based on your writing about him, I learned he was esteemed in the community in which he lived, and was generally recognized as one whose acts and deeds were worthy of emulation.
God bless you, and all who mourn with you.
They say time makes loss easier. I don’t know.
What I’ve found is, we somehow learn to co-exist with it. The loss becomes a part of us — like an arm or leg. It’s always there but we learn to live with it.
May you find peace.
It’s funny, but I was thinking about you yesterday, wondering how you were doing. Know that i am always here if you need a laugh. I’m good for that! HOw about lunch next week??? Always my favorite activity!
Thanks, everyone! Jennifer, that sounds great. I’ll email you.
Bless you, Kathy. I wish he could be there, too.
Kathy – it just takes time, but the pain does lessen over time. Take comfort in knowing that others share the pain of your loss. Hang in there!
BAC
Thanks, Songbird and BAC.
Kathy,
I’m so sorry for your recent losses and want to share something I discovered a few years ago. We don’t know someone’s contribution to our lives and our society until they are gone. Then we are left with a huge hole and we know the exact shape of their life, love and work.
Wishing you strength and healing.