Support the Taylor Family After George's Passing

I'm not great with words or emotions, but I'll try. Growing up, there were no girls in my neighborhood until this little girl named Cassandra moved in. I was riding my bike down the road, and another neighbor called me over to introduce me to her. The next week, I walked her to her first-grade class, and we were friends ever since. When I think of childhood friends, she is who comes to mind. What also comes to mind is her family: her older brother Jason, who is a literal replica of his father; her mom Debbie; and her dad George. I'm smiling as I write this, remembering my childhood and the many memories I shared at their home. Debbie, always in the kitchen, doing her nails, or coming home from work, was always a beam of perfection in my eyes. The house was ALWAYS spotless, and there was always food cooking. Big shout out to STICKY RICE! Jason, my surrogate older brother, who introduced me to rap music, and I learned all the words to Eazy-E and Naughty by Nature. I was always so envious of the sibling bond that Cassandra and Jason shared. Cassandra, my first real girlfriend and childhood friend. We fought like sisters some days! And who could EVER forget George? What an amazing man! Always smiling, always laughing, always kind, always there to say something quick and witty or funny. He was a force in life. So large with a deep voice but so soft, mushy, and loving inside.

So, with my memories that I share, I also share the information of George's sudden passing.

George and Debbie took in every kid off the street that needed love, and they NEVER asked for anything in return. They put up with at least 2 or 10 kids at their home EVERY SINGLE DAY just hanging out, and they fed us too! (Have I mentioned sticky rice yet!?)

I have yet in life to meet another couple so giving without any expectations of those they gave to. You don't come across people like this in life very often.

So, for all of those that the Taylor family touched, helped, and loved, I am asking that you give whatever you can to assist the family in losing the patriarch of the Taylor family, our collective dad George.

This family deserves our love and generosity just as they gave to our community.

We love you Debbie, Jason, Cassandra, and George. Thank you for your warmth, kindness, love, and friendship. I hope we can all return the favor. I love you all so much.