He Will Never Be Forgotten

 

A few weeks ago several of Ben’s friends came over to visit us. Dakota set it up and invited Jake, Brock, Chris, Scoot, Logan, and Travis.  (This is something Dale had wanted to do shortly after Ben died.  He wanted to make sure Ben’s friends were okay.)
Dale and I were nervous about it because we were afraid our emotions might get the best of us and we would end up being sad most of the night. 

We sat around the table and ate pizza, talked, laughed, and cried about Ben.  (I was told things about Ben that I’m sure he didn’t want me to know😂)  It was nice to hear and remember the times from when the boys were little playing in the backyard, playing football and basketball at Northridge, kick the can, scout trips, and just having conversations with Ben.

That night our home was filled with so much peace. The hole in my heart was filled just a little bit. I will forever be grateful for the time they spent helping us heal. 

Before they left, they all reassured us Ben will never be forgotten.