A moment of silence...

[ampersat]

I'd like to propose a thread of silence, sort of like the moment of silence that is taken prior to various events. Please, attach images or say a few words of loved ones that you'd like to spend this Christmas with but for whatever reason cannot.

There are many who can't be with us this Christmas. Some have passed, some are far away, some are in harms way, some are safe and sound but just can't make it here.

[ampersat]

[Super Fluke]

My friend who is in D.C. he was shot in the head in Iraq, he is living though.

[greenbuttskunk]

Nice thread Doug! Thank you!

I'd like to wish a Merry Christmas to the poor homeless man I see every day as I pass him on powell blvd. He's out every day, in any kind of weather. His shoes and pants are so worn they are falling apart. Everything he owns is in his shopping cart, but it's contents are in horrible shape. I drove by him tonight after leaving a xmas party. A warm dry and comfortable home, with good food and wine. Passing him, it really put things in perspective. We really have it good.So many don't. My wife and I decided to go buy him some warm waterproof boots and some warm pants and a blanket tomorrow.


Also to All my grandparents. I miss you all terribly and wish you could spend christmas day with your grandson and great grandson, just one more time.
much love!

Also to all the soldiers and those in the armed forces who cannot be with their loved ones during the holidays. Thank you for the sacrifices.

[Cool Texan]

My prayers go out to:

William Porter Coleman...grandfather, passed away last week.
Robert Frederick Williams....father, passed away 10 years ago.
Stephen Frederick Huggins....step father, passed away 5 years ago.
Benjamin Frederick Fischler.... father in law, passed away when my wife was ~2 years old (never met him, wish I had).

Merry Christmas all. Your brother in Christ, Tex.

[wilsonriverfisher]

grandpa bittner I miss this guy
angel lee I miss that girl

[ryleysmom]

Sorry I can not get this new board to post pictures only attachments. But I wish the man was here to not only celebrate christmas with us but to see his ONE and ONLY great grandson.. Love ya Papa Akerson

[wannacatchem]

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[Norski]

Thanks Ryleymom, he is etched in my hart too, I miss my Dad, wish he was stell here, but he's in Gods hands, and Mom too.

[PapaHog]

My wife Diana who passed away in May.

[H20-Fowl-Widow]

My father passed almost two years ago. We have a candle lantern we light on the holiday's and on his birthday and of course fathers day. We all miss ya
the first picture was on a fishing trip out of astoria, The second pic is my dad and Aunt with is Billy Bob teeth in and the third was way back when I was in 5th grade.

[Just_learning]

My childhood friend Jacob who drowned during our freshman year of college. He was a real rockhound, and he died doing what he loved.

Craig, who made a difference in my life during my first summer working as a counselor in NY. He was wise beyond his years, and the conversations I had with that 16 year old still carry with me today about world politics, and respecting eachother. His life was taken by a drunk driver a week before we to meet back up at the camp the next year.

Even though he is still alive, my old college roommate Jason who is battling the demons of drug use. I havent spoken with him in over a year, and I hope he is able to conquer his addiction.

[HOGGEMIN]

To my Mom and Dad and all the rest that have passed away in my life, to our troops who are fighting for our freedom. Don't know what else to say its a tough time of year with no family.

[Keeper]

My brother(1970), my grandpa(1984) my grandma(1988)

And my niece who is still alive but decided meth was more important(again) than family, friends and her own daughter.

Does furry count? My parents put my dog down last week and tomorrow I will go home and he won't be waiting at the gate for me.

[Bartman]

My Dad, Dean. and my brother Brett (by Dads right arm)
both who have taken that journey to the other side of this life.

I miss you both and will NEVER forget!!!

[WhiteWaterFisher]

My daughter Desi is in Iraq for the second Christmas. She was born on Christmas so it makes it even harder not to have her here with us. Next year, we'll be love'n on her.
She is in Fallujah as a ammunitions specialist. She is a corporal for the Marines Military Police.



We love you Desi!

[24 on/ 48 off]

To my grandma. I love you, and miss you dearly. I'll see you again some day.

--spud--

[Fool4FishnHuntn]

For my son who was lost to us 3 years ago and for my father who has been watching over me from above for the past 15 years. I miss both of you dearly and look forward to when we can see each other again.

[larryb]

to Friends and family who have passed on. i miss all of you.

[DAB]

I wish I could have one ( never had an invite yet) holliday with my step mother and my two half brothers and their families before I kick the bucket. :frown:
DAB

[hawgcatcher]

There are a lot of relatives, friends and people that have made impressions on my life. The older I get, the more that join this list. I think of them at various times and my heart beats a little faster.

My memory grows faint, but then one of these people explodes out in my thoughts, and I close my eyes and remember those times that were so important.

When I fish Big Creek, I remember a couple, Wilbur and Enid, that taught me the pleasures of this small stream. Gone now but remembered.

I could go on but I think I will lean back and have that precious moment of silence in all their behalf.

[jnicholson]

To my daughter April and my Father-in-law Harry who both passed away unexpectantly this season.

This was one tough Christmas to get through!

John

[SlyHawk]

Wish you all the best!!!!! Seem's like living is waiting for the end. I mean this in all sincerity. Celebrate and live life to it's fullest while you still can!!!