July 4th memories of Aaron are as abundant as the fireworks lighting the sky from ocean to ocean across our country tonight. Aaron loved the day; he loved everything about the fireworks. So much excitement. The celebration continues and Aaron's gone. I'm not ready to participate in the festivities without Aaron.
What I am excited about is the mission of The Aaron Meyer Foundation-opening Aaron's House. You can read more about that on Through Aaron's House, I feel a tangible continuation of my bond with my son. I've written this before: it's not enough to say I don't want my son forgotten, I want my son to make healthy waves, or vibes, in the world while I am still in the world. I feel a little less alone from Aaron when his name and his idea is in the community.
The impetus for being open to a way to continue our bond came from the book "Continuing Bonds" by Dennis Klass, Phyllis Silverman, and Steven Nickman. The book was suggested to Cathy, Patrick, and me by Mike Byrd and Maggie Felker last summer. Mike and Maggie lost their son a few years ago when he vanished while traveling South America. Mike and Maggie continue their bond with their son by following his footsteps and helping young people in the land he explored.
Mike, a UW professor, had done some teaching at Horizon High School while Aaron was there. Logic was his subject, and Mike tells us Aaron was eager for complex logic questions. I know Aaron loved having his brain twisted. I do miss Aaron's unique take on challenging thoughts, and of course his own many questions including his most common "Dad, is that a true story?"
I'm grateful for Mike and Maggie suggesting Continuing Bonds to us.
Happy Fourth of July-Peace
Tom
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
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