A Tribute

Our friend, Frank, died on July 21. He was one of my Husband's best friends. Frank was an athlete, a philosopher, a listener, and a learner. He was a kind and admirable man. On the last night of his life, he became agitated, wanting to speak to my husband. His wife called, and Bob got on the phone. At first, Bob couldn't understand what Frank was trying to tell him, but suddenly, quite clearly, Frank said,

"I'm on the bike."

Those were the last words he uttered to anybody. 
Frank died at dawn the next morning, in his own bed, surrounded by his family.
We imagine him pedaling into the sky, waving goodbye to all of us.
The thought makes us smile through our grief. 

Frank and Bob Winter 2011, Breckenridge Ski Area

There are stars whose radiance is visible on Earth though they have long been extinct. There are people whose brilliance continues to light the world though they are no longer among the living. These lights are particularly bright when the night is dark. They light the way for humankind. - Hannah Senesh, poet, playwright, and paratrooper (1921-1944) 

Thank you to my Blog Friend, Tammie, who sent the quote to me.