Kyle was fun, F-U-N. Wherever he went, a party broke out, and if there was a costume to put on, he was the first one to put it on. When he graduated from eighth grade, most of the kids were in shorts and shirts. No, he was in tails, top hat, ascot, cane, and having a good old time. That boy had to take it to the top, and he was just fun!
[Tweet “Wherever he went, a party broke out, and if there was a costume to put on, he was the first one to put it on. “]Three of the kids had a toga party one night, just because it sounded fun, that’s the kind of kiddo he was. He would walk into a room, and, you know how some people just occupy space? They walk in and everybody’s attention turns to them. He was one of those. You wanted to know, who’s that kid?
Fun! When we lost him, this 20-year-old kid knew people around the world. His best friend flew from Australia to Louisiana to be there for his service. A man on the Isle of Wight lit a candle. How is it that a 20-year-old kid knows people all around the world, and they care about him? He’s good fun. I worked the whole time he was growing up, and when he was about four years old, I came in one Friday afternoon, and he came running up to me, latched his arms around my leg, looked up, and said, “I lost you, momma.” Aww, that just pulled at my heartstrings. It still does because I’d like to grab him, and say, “I lost you, Kyle.”
My sweet and amazing friend… Your post brings me to tears once again, but every time you so vulnerably share your tender heartbreak with us… it is always blended so beautifully with Jesus and the hope and grace He brings into every broken place of our hearts… You are anointed by God for this amazing and powerful new season of your life to bring His grace and healing to everyone you meet! Showers of blessings over you my sweet friend! Love you!
Oh my, thank you Danise. I love the showers of blessings. For me, He simply shines the brightest light in the darkest moments.
Handsome young man! I see you in his joyful face.
Oh sweetie, he sure sounds like a lot of fun. My kinda kid! I’m so sorry for your loss and I can’t begin to imagine the depth of pain you must feel. Thank you for sharing this post. Blessings to you dear lady.
Patti
He sounds amazing and I can’t imagine how you are feeling. I am so glad you got those 20 years with him.
My own mother’s heart goes out to you, Susan. Blessings and hugs…Beautiful son!!
I wish I could have known Kyle. Thank you for sharing his story with us, Susan. Your new book is phenomenal. X Beth Marshall
Oh Beth, I wish you had known him too. And thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Oh, Susan, so hard to have such a great loss. I’m so glad you have these memories, but my goodness, I know you miss him so much. I pray that God will bring you comfort every single day. xoxo
Gayl, thank you. God does comfort and heal. Miss Kyle? You BEtcHa! Yet I know where he is. And there’s so much comfort and peace in knowing. Hugs.
What a heartbreaking loss, Susan! I’m so sorry. It sounds like he was an incredible boy who reached so many far and wide. Many blessings to you and your family.
Thank you Candace. He sure blessed us.