Oh, Jim,
When I close my eyes, I see your face,
I hear your voice, those words of wry wisdom and gentle humor.
For months I’ve known this day would come, still the news of your passing caught me off guard,
Hit me right in the heart.
Knocked me off my feet.
You were our leader. The one who made the exaggerated gesture—feet off the pegs, legs askew—while riding your motorcycle, making me laugh,
Even as I negotiated the curves on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
You never pushed me to ride over my head, simply let me ride my own pace.
Oh, how I’ll miss you.
Dear Jim,
I hope you’ll sing karaoke in heaven.
Praying for Eyebrowz 
Sorry to read this
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Thank you, Michael.
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I’m sorry for the loss of a dear friend.
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Thank you, Deb.
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Leslie, beautiful tribute to Jim. Although I never got to hear Jim sing, I believe he is singing and dancing in heaven.
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So do I. He’s earned his wings. Love you.
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Leslie..I’m so sorry. I hope he will ride highways too xxxxx
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Thank you. No doubt about it—he’ll find the best curvy roads in heaven.
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That’s a nice thought x
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If heaven is where you’re happy, that’s what it would be for him. Jim’s parents died in a car accident when he was just a baby. He was raised by his grandparents. Didn’t have any memories of his mom and dad. I picture them waiting for him.
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Oh my goodness. That is a lovely thought.
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Leslie–I am so sorry.
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Thanks so much.
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Thinking of you
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Thank you. This guy was so special.
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💗sending good thoughts
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I’m so sorry, Leslie.
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Thank you.
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My commiserations, too X
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Thanks. He was such a great guy. A man’s man but so sweet, too.
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So sorry to hear about your friend and riding buddy. May he find the open road in heaven! 🙏🏻
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I’m certain he will.
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😊
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So sorry for your loss, Leslie.
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Thank you, LuAnne.
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