Hey buddy,
I should have posted this before now, and to Brett and his family, I apologize. Time has a way of getting us beyond one obstacle and on to another. I didn't intend to exclude this wonderful tribute from one of your best friends and next door neighbors. Lord, the two of you could get into so many things, far too often. But even now, when I see Brett, it seems odd that he's not walking across our front yard asking where you are or when you'll be home.
Anyway, as you know, Brett was playing baseball in a championship league in Florida on the day of your funeral. He actually came to the hospital to see you in the early hours of the morning following the accident and your surgery. He was so torn buddy; he wanted to stay here and simply not play in the championship. I spoke with his parents and we all agreed that you wouldn't want Brett to miss that opportunity, so they ventured on to play ball, where he should have gone...you were with him; I know that you were. You would never have wanted anyone to miss out on an opportunity to play baseball.
Anyway, for Brett's 18 birthday in August 0f 2006, he asked his Mom for a tattoo. When she brought me a picture of what he had done in your memory, I was overwhelmed. Later, Brett himself came over and your Dad took pictures of the tattoo. If you look closely, you'll see your initials..AGC on his back. Andrew Gene Collins, you will forever be a part of Brett's life. What an amazing act of kindess and love..you were like a brother to Brett.
Just wanted to share this.........loving you with my heart, soul and everything in between my son.
Deb
