Tonight my family lost our home and all worldly possessions in a fire that also took the lives of our beloved cats sailor and leo.
We will never be able to replace the memories contained in picture frames and in pieces of art collected from trips of a lifetime over our lifetime. We won't be to bring back the "stuff" that differentiated us from others.
What I learned tonight though is - its all just stuff. It really doesn't mean anything without the family you have around you and the love you receive from relatives, neighbors and friends - and even the strangers who reach out to you in your time of need. The love shown to us tonight is worth more than all those worldly possessions. The kindness from strangers has reaffirmed my belief in mankind.
Tonight was the worst night of my life. Tonight, as my family lies sleeping safely is also the best night.
God speed sailor and leo - you will always be in our hearts.
Mike Randall
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