Thank You Sky

Sky's death is the first death I've really cared about; the first death that has touched me. As grieving is new to me, I find it hard to believe how remarkably supportive everyone has been since hearing about his death. It's really a testament to how much Sky has touched all of us, even those who barely knew him like myself. The posts here have each been deeply and personally heartfelt and their tones surprisingly reassuring, reaffirming, and optimistic, reminding me of Sky with each word. I can't remember any particular thing Sky said now owing to bad memory, but I remember much more the simple way he made me feel at ease, excited, or happy sometimes seemingly from just being around him. For me, emotional memory endures long after other forms, and the response I've thus far witnessed only strengthens that memory of Sky. I'm so glad I got to meet him last summer before his sudden death. He was such an open person that I doubt that those organizing the memorial have misinterpreted his always good intentions in life. Even in his memory he continues to better those who knew him and benefit those causes he most cared about, and I can only hope to follow the excellent example he has set in his 28 years alive. Thank you Sky for everything you've given and continue to give, and thank you to everyone for sharing here and letting me know that I'm not alone.