On March 21rst 1990 my family lost a son & a brother to suicide. It is something very few people are willing to talk about but many have lived through. I think more should talk about it even if to share the memories of the one they lost. I can only speak from myown experience ofcourse & the loss of my brother Daniel Brian Trickett was shocking and devastating to all his family & friends. However in the midst of that tragedy came a learning experience that leads me every day to at least try to challenge myself to go beyond what I think I can do as Dan always did. He was an amazing marathon runner & triathalete with only 1 leg after suffering bone cancer. He had the most amazing ability to push beyond pain and lived not as if handicapped in any way. He believed we make our own limitations and should not let other peoples judgement impede us in our own achievements. As my coach for triathalon training he would easily cycle on up beside me on a hill with 1 leg I might add to remind me not to give up and push myself harder. Trying to keep up with his pace on crutches was down right embarassing as I couldnt keep up with him for long. I still hear his voice in my head whenever I am running or cycling to push beyond what I think I can do. Thankfully I have another big brother to remind of the things he remembers growing up with Dan & a niece who is Dans only child who I share as much as I can of my memories of her Dad with her. I have 2 amazing athletic sons who mirror many of my brothers traits and an amazing Mom who recalls all the family history & memories for all of us. For those of you who knew Dan Trickett who are reading this remember him as he was when you last saw him & somehow celebrate his life March 21rst in a way you know he would be proud. Forever and always.
Posted on: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 06:52:13 +0000
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