Why I’m Offline Today
Last year today, my brother died in a car accident. He was only 24 and left behind a then 8 week old and 1 year old and a wife. It’s sad but we are so thankful we had the time together that we did.
The real estate community reached out to our family at that time in an unprecedented way- money was raised for my brother’s wife because he was so young, insurance wasn’t a thing on his mind and with kiddos, it looked like a tough road. We’re all still recovering, each in our own ways but I wanted to share some pictures with you of my brother’s babies that are current:
Thank you all, I am still in awe of how everyone stepped up to the plate. I will be back online tomorrow, today we’ll be visiting my brother. 
September 23rd, 2008 at 10:51 am
Lani,
We wish you and your family nothing but continued peace and happiness.
September 23rd, 2008 at 10:52 am
Thanks for posting these pics Lani. Give my best to Aleisha and hug those beautiful young ladies for me.
September 23rd, 2008 at 10:55 am
Oh, Lani. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing this story and the photos of your brother’s children. It’s a great reminder that life is a precious gift and we take it for granted far too often. Blessings to you and yours today. Enjoy remembering and celebrating his all-too-short life.
September 23rd, 2008 at 10:58 am
Lani - thank you for shareing these memories, you will be in my thoughts today.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:01 am
I can’t believe it has been a year! Thinking of you today and wish you much strength! You are loved by many, and I wish you the best!
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:04 am
I am so sorry for your loss, Lani. What beautiful kids!! I bet they have the best guardian angel EVER.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:05 am
What a tragedy and waste of life. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you remember your dear brother. Please give our best to his wife and those two precious girls.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:07 am
What beautiful marks your brother left on the world! Enjoy your family and may peace be with you all. ~L
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:09 am
Sending love,blessings and positive light filled energy your way today. Thank you for sharing this moving story. It is a good reminder that we must all live in this moment, because we truly don’t know if we have the next one.
Namaste
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:09 am
Lani,
I’m so sorry for your loss and that of your brother’s precious family. My heart and thoughts are with you all today. His babies are beautiful!
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:13 am
Lani,
My thoughts are with you, Benn, and your brother’s wife and kids today.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:14 am
Lani - It has been a year hasn’t it. I remember the video your Brother made. It was a moment in time.
Hugs to all!
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:19 am
Lani,
Sending lots of love and vibes your way. I’m very sad to hear this. Thank you for sharing this today. It made me take pause to remember those I’ve lost and cherish those I’m still lucky enough to have.
xoxo
Brandie
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:20 am
Lani, your nieces are precious. I think all of our thoughts are with them and you today. I’m really sorry for your loss.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:21 am
The children are absolutely beautiful- what a wonderful legacy. My thoughts are with you today. I know that you have wonderful memories to reflect on.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:22 am
Lani — Try to take time to remember the fun things he did and laugh about them with your family. It can really help. It’s how I try to remember my brother.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:28 am
Hi Lani,
I remember this all too well. I prayed for you and your brother’s family then and continue to do so. It really makes us stop and think about the truly important things in life.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:33 am
Enjoy your memories and share them with those cute kids. I hope that your day is special. Thanks for reminding us how priceless our time is with our loved ones.
September 23rd, 2008 at 11:39 am
Love to you and the whole family..his children are precious! Wrapping you up in a big ((hug)) and hoping you make it through the day with good memories and the love of your family..
September 23rd, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Dear Lani and family, We are sending thoughts, hugs, and “warm fuzzies” your way. Your brother lives on through your devotion to him and his wife and kids.
September 23rd, 2008 at 2:59 pm
You will always be blessed for the time you did share together and I’m thinking of you all today. The girlies are silly cute
You know I didn’t see this post til just now, but only earlier today (strange coincidence) I was thinking about Aaron’s infamous ‘Leave Realtors Alone’ video…I’m sure he watches you wave the Anglin flag whilst you get your snark on and still thinks your effing hillarious
Much love, hugs and prayers x
September 23rd, 2008 at 3:23 pm
You know I think the world of you and my thoughts and prayers are with you on this day of remembrance of your brother. The girls are mad cute and I know the love of their family will take them to great heights!
Thinking about you on this day!
McLovin
September 24th, 2008 at 10:27 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Lani…
Celebrate his life and the beautiful children he helped bring into this world…
September 24th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
To live in hearts we leave behind
Is not to die ~Thomas Campbell
How time slips by. My thoughts are with you and your brother’s beautiful family.
September 25th, 2008 at 8:07 pm