It's so hard to say goodbye

A week ago today at around 5:00 pm I had to say goodbye to one of my best friend here on this planet Carlton Miles. Along with losing my grandparents it has been the hardest thing I ever had to do. My grandparents lived long lives 78 and 82. Carlton was gone after only 45 short years. I knew Carlton first as my teacher who took me under his wing and taught me to sing from my soul. To preform like it was your last time here on earth. After becoming my mentor he became my friend. As my friend he still taught me so such. I have had some great times with him over the past 10 years. But I will have many more great times with him cause I carry him in my heart and will pass the wisdom he gave to me to others I cross paths with. Carlton Miles will live on forever in the hearts of people he touched.
Here are so highlights I thought I would share.

• Singing Lionel Richie in a huge town car in NH while doing a Cancer benefit
• Sitting on the deck at Mrs. McIver's beach house watching the sunset
• Watching Carlton dance after UNC won the national championship in 05
• Having Carlton as a drummer in church got me to go back to church again
• Serving beside him in Kidzoogle and creating a place where 400 people a week saw how cool God can be.
• Getting some of the best seats on Broadway in NYC cause he was so big
• Late night talks sitting out on the patio while enjoying a nice steak
• Knowing he was going to sing a Laura and my wedding makes me smile cause he loved us that much

Carlton I love you. You were more than just my teacher, mentor, friend, you were my brother and I will miss you everyday. I can't wait to hear the band you are a member of when I meet you in heaven again someday.