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My Brother My Friend

© Tammy Scott

My Brother My Friend

Uploaded: July 21, 2006

Description

The Final Flight

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free,
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard his call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found that peace at the end of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes, these things too I will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My Life's been full, I savoured much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free.
-Author Unknown

Photo taken March 2006

22 Sep 75 - 5 Jul 06



Comments

Margie Hurwich July 21, 2006

Wonderful tribute...and wonderful capture, Tammy! #488358

Lynne Morris July 21, 2006

Beautiful Tammy, so poignant and tender! #3058900

Michelle Lea Guinn July 21, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you!!! Wonderful tribute!! mlg~ #3058926

David Phalen July 21, 2006

A beautiful tribute Tammy. My deepest sympathy for your loss. #3058959

Carla Metzler July 21, 2006

This is a wonderful shot and tribute to your brother, Tammy.
I know he will be deeply missed by all of you, and that his memory will always be with you.
Still keeping you and your family in my prayers. #3059055

Gary Lange July 21, 2006

Beautiful tribute, Tammy. My deepest sympathies for your loss. God Bless you during this time. #3059146

Tonya R. Boles July 21, 2006

Wonderful tribute Tammy... #3059151

Jack R. Perry July 21, 2006

So sorry for your loss Tammy. A very nice tribute to a loved one. #3059245

Leanne M.E. Boyd July 21, 2006

I am very sorry for your loss, Tammy - what a beautiful shot and memory to him! #3059285

Life Expressions July 21, 2006

Wonderful and touching tribute, Tammy. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God be with you all. #3059407

Debra P. Chenault July 21, 2006

Very touching tribute, Tammy. Sorry for your loss, but I'm sure your memories you two shared will keep a smile on your face! #3059434

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe July 21, 2006

Sorry to hear of your loss Tammy.... #3059560

Roger Bernabo July 21, 2006

I'm saddened over you and your family's loss; so glad you got this wonderful and recent image to hold and cherish. #3059612

Ken Smith level-classic July 21, 2006

Tammy, you've been in our thoughts and prayers for some time. What a beautiful picture and tribute!! #3059688

Dennis Flanagan level-classic July 21, 2006

I echo Ken's thougts Tammy. Our prayers have been lifting you up since it happened. God Bless you. #3059743

Gail Vitikacs level-classic July 21, 2006

Dear Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about your brother. I hope you fill your heart with loving memories of him to stay with you a lifetime. Thank you for sharing this.... #3059749

Paul Michko July 21, 2006

Beautiful tribute, Tammy. My heart goes out to you and your family. May God bless your brother, you and your family. #3059779

Michelle R. Kovach July 21, 2006

So sorry for your loss Tammy! You are in my thoughts & prayers. #3059854

Ronald F. Fischer July 21, 2006

Tammy, know that you are loved by all your BP friends, and we grieve with you. God Bless! #3060049

Mary N C. Taitt July 21, 2006

I am so sorry to hear your sad news! What a lovely tribute photo. My prayers are with you and your family. Mary #3060123

Mary N C. Taitt July 21, 2006

I am so sorry to hear your sad news! What a lovely tribute photo. My prayers are with you and your family. Mary #3060126

Colette M. Metcalf July 21, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss, Tammy. Wonderful tribute. #3060303

Cathy Barrows July 21, 2006

Tammy, I was really sorry to hear about your brother...this is a wonderful tribute and I know he will be in your heart everyday #3060354

Joy E. Cobb July 21, 2006

This is beautiful, Tammy. I'm so sorry. I think this is a wonderful photo of your brother with his eyes crinkled up in laughter. Our prayers are with you. #3060722

Nina Shields July 21, 2006

Tammy, our hearts are broken with you; so sorry for this tragic loss and pray that the love and concern of your BP family will bring you comfort and strength; in time, may your grief be eased by cherished memories. #3060838

Candice C. Calhoun level-deluxe July 21, 2006

Tammy I hope you feel the arms of your bp family around you now; you have shared this beautiful portrait and incredible poetry with us, please also let us share the burden of your sorrow so it is not so heavy for you.

Your brother will be with you always!

ccc #3060927

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic July 21, 2006

Tammy, I am so sorry about your brother. This is a beautiful picture and tribute to him. We are all here for you in thoughts and prayers. We all love you. I will keep you in my prayers. #3061079

Shawn Jennings July 21, 2006

Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about your brother. He looks like a great person to know and someone who will certainly be missed. I'm glad you were able to visit him and take this picture. Thank you for sharing it. You're in my prayers. #3061088

Darren K. Fisher July 21, 2006

OH Tammy I am so very sorry to hear of this news. It brings tears to my eyes for you. But do know there is no place and no better people to have around you than your family and BP friends. I know this first hand. Your capture of him along with the words you have chosen are such a wonderful tribute. We are here for you!!!!! #3061100

Tami Rook July 21, 2006

Tammy

My heart goes out to you, keep those memories close to your heart a brother is a true gift from God. great tribute to Your brother and your friend. #3061108

Amy JACKSON July 21, 2006

Dear Tammy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. This is a great picture of him, he looks so happy. Beautiful words, they brought tears to my eyes too. I was born in the same year. My heart and thoughts go out to you!! #3061126

Melissa G. Meiselman July 21, 2006

Dear Tammy,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your poem and picture are great tributes to his memory! #3061151

Kara L. Hendricks July 21, 2006

I have been meaning to email you and ask what is going on in your life.. Haven't seen you post or at 101 in a while... And ohhh I am so sorry to see this is the reason...
Words fail at a time like this... Everything I can think of to say, just seems like .....well, not enough... Please know I will hit my knees in prayer for you and the ones that loved him most.... That your grief be covered with comfort like a warm blanket.... We ARE here for you.... Know that always.... #3061166

Kate Jackson July 22, 2006

Oh Tammy I had been missing you lately and wondering how you were! I am so so sorry to hear of your loss! Your brother was only about 2 weeks older than our youngest daughter. I just can't imagine how hard it must be for you. I shall of course hold you and your family in my prayers. #3061514

Marcie A. Fowler July 22, 2006

Ahhh Tammy so very, very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful image and tribute to your brother. Looks like you two must have had lost of laughter, fun time and smiles together. May those comfort you now in your time of grief. What a wonderful poem as well. Know that we are here for you. #3061876

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas level-classic July 22, 2006

A beautiful tribute to your brother Tammy!,
I am so sorry about your loss!,
Amalia #3063438

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic July 22, 2006

What a rotten shame! I's really sorry, Tammy and CJ! Will be thinking of you! #3063485

Bill Wyatt July 22, 2006

I am sorry to hear of your loss I know how hard it is to love someone you really love, Tammy. #3063615

Bobbie Davis July 23, 2006

I think about you, your mother, Kimmie, Karen and CJ every day Tammy. Awww...hon, I just don't know what to say but that I love you. Know this.....you are my best friend and Tears are something that I am more then willing to share with you and strength is something I will give all of just to help you through this. I'm here no matter what.... #3066216

Carolyn Foster Spano July 23, 2006

Tammy, What a beautiful tribute to your brother. My heart aches for your loss. I am so thankful that you have this spectacular portrait to keep always close to you. #3066248

Jamil Saliba July 24, 2006

Tammy I am sorry to hear about your loss and I am very sad , my condolence and my prayers to you and to your family #3071125

Stephanie Lyons July 24, 2006

Oh Tammy - I know that there's nothing that can be said to help ease your pain ... memories are to cherish, and will help to pull you through. My heart breaks for you and yours - my deepest condolences. #3071259

She-She Killough July 24, 2006

Tammy I am in another state and I just found out. How can I express my heartfelt sympathy for your great loss? I also have one brohter and God knows it would break my heart to lose him...But I like you trust that he knows what is best for all. His picture tells alot about him...I can see he was a joy to know and be close to ... I do believe you poem captures his very heart. Praying for you and your family. We are here for you. #3071920

Sherry Stricklin Boles level-classic July 24, 2006

This is a fantastic photo and a wonderful tribute, Tammy!
I'm SO sorry to hear about your brother...My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family...
#3072292

Dorann Weber July 25, 2006

I am so sorry Tammy.. What a beautiful portrait and tribute of your dearest brother.... #3076836

Linda D. Lester level-classic July 26, 2006

I'm not good at words but I do want you to know how sorry I am about your brother as I lost my brother in an accident also and know how hard it is.
You will start remembering all the good times soon and they will make you smile. You are in my prayers and if your ever need a shoulder I am here.

I will be in Texas on Friday and will see Carla and Roger on Sunday if you want to get out! #3085713

Darryl Wilkinson July 26, 2006

Tammy, My heart goes out to you. I, too, am here for you, if you just want someone to exchange words with. I wish you and your family comfort.

Always,
Darryl #3086234

Jenny Bosmans July 31, 2006

A very beautiful tribute to your brother...just like our many other BP friends', my thoughts and prayers are with you Tammy! Love, Jenny. #3105107

Pamela Shane August 02, 2006

Tammy, I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your brother. You, & your family are in my prayers. ~Pam~ #3114831

KHAWLA Haddad August 04, 2006

Tammy Im so sorry for your loss, I pray for God's strenth to to you and your family to guide you through this difficult journey."
A beautiful Portrait and tribute to your brother. #3124988

Lorraine A. Cook August 04, 2006

"Friendship improves happiness and abates misery by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief."
(Marcus Cicero)

Tammy, Thank You for sharing this beautiful portrait of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Eternal Rest grant unto him, Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace, Amen.
#3126336

Sharon Day August 05, 2006

Tammy, I just saw this today while browsing your gallery. I noticed the photo a few days ago, but just thought it was a photo of your brother. I am so sorry to hear of your loss!! He looks sooo young! It is my prayer that you will be able to remember the happy times through the sorrow! Please take care!
Sharon #3128748

Phil Sauvey August 05, 2006

Tammy,

I can't say anything more than what already has been said by so many of your wonderful friends and fellow photographers at BP. This is one of the reasons I enjoy photography so much. A click of the shutter today is a memory to view tomorrow. Thank you for sharing this tribute and my sincere condolences as well. #3128802

Jim Kinnunen level-classic August 06, 2006

This is a wonderful portrait of your brother, Tammy!!! I've never read "The Final Flight" before but it's a very special tribute!!! My sincere condolences!!! #3131760

Kenneth Mucke August 06, 2006

Tammy I am deeply saddened for your loss...But he is in such a better place than you or I....I hope you find peace... #3132023

Cathy Stancil August 07, 2006

Dear Tammy,
I cannot even start to imagine what you and your family are going through. Know that we are deeply sorry for your loss, and thinking about you and CJ. Our sincere condolences. #3136533

Ross Throndson August 09, 2006

Forgive me for my belated condolences, Tammy...I'm so sorry.....That was one of the most Beautiful Tributes I've ever seen...I pray God will help you through this difficult time. #3141712

Robert K. Bemus level-classic August 13, 2006

Tammy,

I hadn't visited anyone's galleries at BP for awhile until tonight - then I came across your tribute to your brother. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family for hope and peace and comfort...take care...

Robert #3160012

Paula Dwyer August 15, 2006

Tammy, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family in your sad time of loss. :)
A cherished picture and beautiful tribute.

#3165915

Sylvia Rossler August 22, 2006

I haven't been in you gallery for a long time ... and couldn't believe when I read about your loss.. I'm really sorry for you and your family !!My sincere condolences. #3199961

Roxanne M. Bubar August 25, 2006

Oh Tammy my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry to hear of your great loss.
A wonderful tribute and image. #3212616

Alice Lero August 25, 2006

Oh Tammy...I am sorry I missed this! A beautiful tribute. I am soooo sorry for your loss. He had a beautiful smile..I am so glad you have this wonderful picture. Sincerely, "allie" #3215668

Laura Clay-Ballard August 30, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about your brother. My deepest condolences to you and your family. #3243183

Mary Timman August 30, 2006

I'm so sorry for your loss. I will have you in my prayers. I know what it's like to loose a loved one. My thoughts are with you. #3244846

Nancy L. Green level-classic August 31, 2006

What a wonderful tribute Tammy!! The loss of a brother, especially at such a young age, is one of the hardest to bear. My prayers will be with you and your family in the comming months!! <>< #3249171

Mary K. Robison September 25, 2006

BeautifulBeautifulBeautifulBeautiful
Boy...
Tammy, I hope that you see your brother-friend's amazing smile in your dreams, and that you hear his voice whispering in your ear whenever you need to...
My thoughts and prayers join with everyone else's above. So very, very sorry for your loss. #3359959

Susie Peek-Swint October 20, 2006

Tammy this is a lovely tribute and words to your brother ~ I am so sorry for your loss.. my thoughts and prayers to you and your family at such a sad time.... take care, susie #3477768

Lori Carlson January 14, 2007

Tammy, It's wee hours of the morning here, but thought about doing some "catch-up" time in your gallery before turning in. What a special expression this portrait holds of your brother. My heart goes out to your and your family. Many warm thoughts and comforting hugs to you/ #3817262

Tammy Scott October 04, 2007

Thank you all so very much #4880844

Patrick Rouzes level-classic January 27, 2008

Tammy, to quote one of the lines from this poem" I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow".My heartfelt condolences on the setting free of your brother!!!
A wonderul portrait & dedication, my friend!!! You are in my prayers!!! #5405433

Tammy Scott October 29, 2008

Thank you, Patrick #6677261

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