An inspiration to me always....

I can think back to when Dan and I were like to caddy girls still in High School. Always looking at each other and having something to say and made sure everybody heard. These were the good ol' days at The Bon Marche. It took a while, but we later learned how much we really had in common. From that day on, there was a love we shared for each other, that I think of so often and wonder why I never told you how much I really did love and admire you. Sometimes, I just think of you...like tonight. I keep your name and number in my cell phone, so you are always with me. Thank you Jen for making this sight for Dan! I was always the cautious one who didn't really go out and wanted to settle down. We had even talked about enjoying life somewhere warm, if we were still single by 40. That seemed like forever and a lifetime away, but 30 is approaching quickly. The last time I saw you, we were showing off our new cars. (Always a competition!) It's so funny how some things never change. I took the loss of you harder than I had imagined. We are the same age for 2 weeks and I always know that around that time and especially the end of June, I will see you. The end of June festivities usually make up for the rest of the year I don't see you. I remember so many nights that I would go home puking my guts out, trying to drink as much of you. (Always a competition!) I can think of so many fun times that I think I could write a short novel. Getting back to missing you...Since my birthday I decided to make some real life changes. I decided that life is too short and I need to start acting my age and enjoy life and everything is has to offer. I quit my job and decided to pursue my dream of opening my own barbershop boutique. I am in Barber school now! An ode to our competitions in beards, goatees and haircuts. I am still scared to fly, so I haven't really totally let loose, but I am almost there. Tyrese and I get together and your name comes up at least once. Life will never be the same without you here, but I hold enough memories in my heart to feel like you are just busy and not able to hang out. I'll keep it that way as long as I can. I will figure out some way to have a part of you in my shop. As soon as I know exactly what it is, I know you will let me know. -Gino Reyes-