Second Anniversary

Today, December 27, 2207 marks the second anniversary of Worke's passing.

Though our hearts still ache, we remember you fondly through the exemplary life you lived. We talk about you each and every chance we get. We are grateful that you left us Dagi and Gogo; for in them, we see you.

Worke, we miss you and think of you everyday.

One Year Anniversary

Today marks the one year anniversary since we lost our beloved Worke. Not a day goes by without me thinking about the remarkable life Worke lived.
His kindness and love were very infectious as well as his work ethic. In body, he left us way too early, but in spirit he'll always be with us.

November 24, 2006

Today, Friday, November 24, 2006 would have been Worke's 37th birthday. As we all remember the wonderful legacy he has left us, I wish his family and friends continued solace.

We all miss you Worke!!! May the good lord keep you in eternal peace.

Dagi's Birthday

Today, Thursday, June 29, 2006 is Dagmawi "Dagi" Workineh's 4th birthday. Happy Birthday Dagi!

Six Month Anniversary

Today, Tuesday, June 27, 2006 marks the six month anniversary of Worke's passing. Not a day goes by without you on my mind.

Happy Birthday Girum "Gogo" Workineh

Sunday March 5 is Gogo's Second Birthday. Happy Birthday!

The Shawshank Redemption Factor

There are a dozen or so movies that I can watch over and over again. These are the movies that I can't seem to change the channel on. Last night, I was channel surfing when I came across one of those movies, "The Shawshank Redemption". Although I've seen this movie numerous times one quote made perfect sense in these times when I'm trying to make sense of Worke's passing. The quote came after Andy Dufresne's escape from Shawshank prison as Red narrates his feelings. Although Red's feelings are about Andy's escape, I couldn't ignore the correlation Worke's passing created in my life. The emptiness and the loneliness.

I have to remind myself that some birds aren't
meant to be caged. Their feathers are just too bright. And when they fly away, the part of you that knows it was a sin to lock them up does rejoice. Still, the place you live in is that much more drab and empty that they're gone. I guess I just miss my friend.[empahasis added]

Near the end of the movie as Red is reading a letter from Andy he reads these words,

Remember, Red, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things. And no good thing ever dies.

And so I hope to live by his example. And I hope to see him one day.