Christian, I remember the day you showed up at the ranch to rope for the day. That one day became a year and off and on for the next 7 years when you needed a place to stay. You became part of our family from day one. There were days that I wanted to strangle you (like the time you caught the lightower on fire) and days I was so happy and proud of you (when you got saved, your roping) I thought of you and loved you like a brother, like a friend, and as a father loves his son. The more time we spent together, the more I realized the heartache, disappointment, and worries that you were carrying on your shoulders. I tried to help you let them go and I would have traded places in a second to have you free. The day you gave accepted Jesus Christ, I remember seeing the the look of happiness and relief, I know it was real and no doubt in mind that you had surrendered and cast your fears and worries over to Him and asked God to forgive you. The tears you cried of shame, diappointment, & unforgiven essentially became tears of joy and happiness. And I know things got tough again and how easy our old habits and behaviors come back. That is when you needed me and I was not there to protect you and guide you out. You were so talented and gifted that sometimes I felt jealous and just average. God created you with so many amazing qualities and so many people loved and cared for you. Your life on earth was short but you did more than most do in 80 years. You amazed me how fast and easy everything came to you. The roping was your God given gift for sure, but it was not your only talent. In one day, you were hauling loads in 18 wheeler to frac jobs and the next day on I-35 to disposal. People thought I was crazy letting you drive but I trusted you and believed in you. We will miss you being on the sofa, but you where and always will be in hearts and memories. I know you loved and cared for many people. You always talked of your two moms, Maria & Nona, your brother, sister, & uncle they were always on your mind and I know you wanted the best for them. And Ashley, she was the love of your life and I know she felt the same about you. We all will miss you but knowing your at peace and watching over us brings tears of joy. Love you brother Bubba
Posted on: Sun, 10 Aug 2014 22:19:06 +0000
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