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It's been a week now since Dan's passing. I still find it hard to believe that he's gone. At the wake last Wednesday, I walked in the funeral home alone telling myself to stay strong. As I approached my mom I felt sick to my stomach and scared. Was all of this real? I avoided Dan's casket and wandered over to the picture boards. Dan was such a fun, goofy man. I don't think there was one picture that didn't put a smile on my face. If it wasn't his 70's orange haired afro that made me laugh, then it was him dressed up as bumble bee for halloween. If it wasn't him dancing in the streets that gave me a giggle, then it was him flexing his "muscles". While scanning all of his pictures, I realized why my mom loved him so much. He brought out a side of her that I've never seen anyone else do before. I remember my mom being somewhat uptight and set in her ways when I was younger. When she met Dan, I saw her loosen up and have fun. Even though I was sometimes sour/jealous over the bond they shared, deep down I was happy that she was happy. When I was finished looking at photos and reading a few cards, my mom pulled me aside and started walking me towards Dan. I told her that I didn't want to see him because I was afraid. Once I saw him, I lost it. So much for staying strong. I kept muttering, "this is so weird." And it was. While staring at his lifeless body, I became so convinced that he'd come to, gasping for air and everything would be okay. While my eyes were filled with tears, I saw Dan smirk. Now, i know that my tears made everything look distorted, but getting to see Dan "smile" while laying there comforted me. My mom is keeping strong and I look up to her for that. Of course she's not the same mommy as before, but she says certain things that reassures me that everything will be okay. And it will.
I want to thank all of my friends who are there for me. Feeling loved motivates me towards becoming a better person. You guys are my world and if there is anything you need I will always be there. Giving back what you guys have given me is the least I could ever do. Know that you have, and will always have, my love.
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