I have so any wonderful Memmories of Darren but one of the best is shortly after Donna and Darren moved to a house with some land, we came out for a visit. My twins were probably about 6 years old, and they loved going to see them as much as we did. Darren had a way with kids and always took the time to do things that would interest them. Well, as he was giving us a tour and showing off his garden, explaining why you don't plant tomatos near your onions or jalepenos a dog came up to him for some petting. When he stopped the dog came to me. What a pretty dog, what's it's name I asked. Deogie he said with a chuckle. Deogie? What a pretty name, is it an indian name-what does it mean? Darren explained that the dog was a stray and he and Donna didn't want to keep the dog so he just called it Deogie. Well, I was more confused then ever! But why then did you name it Deogie? Darren let out this huge belly laugh and said Barb, the dogs name is D-O-G not deogie! I still chuckle when I think of it! 

There is a saying that people may not remember what you say or do for them, but they will always remember how you made them feel. Darren always made myself and family feel so welcomed, loved, and special. 

We were both born on Dec. 11th and Darren began calling every year and would start the conversation with "well hello there sis! just wanted to wish you a happy birthday!" Soon it became a game of who could call our twin 1st! I guess this year I will have to use my knees instead of the phone, but you can bet I will always be wishing him-"my twin" the very best.

I love you my friend and will miss you.