Nelson

As the VIT and I were getting ready to start our planning for our big move we were granted access to a FB group for his cohort at SSW. Of course there was the obligatory FB stalking of others and their significant others. Nelson was one a handful of fellow people from the left side of the country. I found myself drawn to his raw and enchanting personality. Nelson is one of those people. You know, one of those people who draws you in. I was excited to meet him.

As our first year of seminary marched forward I found myself friending him, silently sitting back and watching his FB stories, interacting with him at functions, all the basic friend stuff. At a particularly challenging time he was a source of support for me. He consistently told me that the BS that was going down was wrong. That although the aftermath was difficult it would lead to change and that, in itself, was worth fighting for.

We celebrated Good Friday and thus started a tradition. It is something that I will look forward to each year. He is one of the people I can be totally real with. He "gets" me. He understands my feels and isn't afraid to tell me if I'm being a jerk. I love him to death and I cannot imagine my life without him.

Nelson, as we continue on this journey know that I'm always here for you. #VITtoo #rideordieeggrolls #80's #youcantsitinourbooth