Yesterday was the funeral for a wonderful man named Tony Howe.  I only knew him for 10 months but in that short time he left a lasting impression on me.  We coached little league baseball and basketball together and I considered him a "great friend" even though we never ate a meal together or did anything of a social nature.
Tony made everyone feel like they were a great friend.  He made everyone feel important.  He was the best father I've ever seen and he has inspired me to try and become a better father myself.
Tony was a "giver" and he gave his time, talents, and heart to anyone that he could.
I write about this today so that we can all be a little more like Tony.  So that we can all be more of a "giver" than we are.  So we can all positively impact others.
We all need to cherish each day.  
A year ago today I didn't know who Tony Howe was.  Today I am a better person for having known him.  
My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to his family.
 
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