At Peace

Today was an important day.  Jon's remains were finally laid to rest at our mother's grave in Beverly, as a symbol of his return to the place of peace and comfort from where he came almost exactly 40 years ago.  Jon was separated from his mother far too early - the effects of which I think he felt deeply for the rest of his life - but now they can never be separated again.  As much sadness as it raises, I think it also brings with it some comfort.  I felt more than ever today that Jon really is at peace - a feeling that he could not manage to find in this world.  The warm sun and glowing leaves were a beautiful backdrop as we laid him to rest in such a special place.  I miss him more than words can say and remain both devastated and confused by his death, but I think he found the comfort he desperately sought.  May you forever rest in peace, my little brother.