Bryan, Guess What?

I would be a lesser person if you had never been a part of my life.

Right now I feel the urge to cry,

that pressure that settles in the breast bone.

But I won't,

because I would rather remember

all the joy you brought me.

You taught me so much about how to live -

with a smile

with determination

with hopes.

I have a feeling I will spend the rest of my life,

trying to accomplish what you did in only 11.

You are so precious little brother.
Happy Birthday.