Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Big Frank introduces his brother Dan

And now it's time to introduce Big Frank's younger brother. No he's not Little Frank; his name is Dan – and he's much, much bigger than Big Frank, in many ways. Dan is a brother with a big B, and always has been. What are the connotations of the word, "brother"? Beyond being a sibling, it connotes empathetic support, wise counsel, fun buddy, best friend, and mentor. Dan is all of this and more. Like most brothers, Dan, doesn't pull any punches when it comes to setting his older brother straight; maybe in time he'll even be able to take some credit for actually straightening Big Frank out completely. Everyone knows someone that they turn to when life deals them a hard blow – that's Dan. Not so many know someone dealt as severe a blow as Dan has received, who can still serve as a source of strength to so many. Fewer know someone whose life is a true reflection of their values – that's Dan. Still fewer know someone whose gracious honorableness is as acknowledged by so many – that's Dan. Dan's all of that and more – he's my bro! To know him is to want to be with him – and to have him as my brother is my blessing.

And after that it wouldn't surprise anyone to know that Dan is the sole public follower of "WHAT IT IS". In fact, his starting a blog was in many ways an inspiration for Big Frank to start his. So check out The Scoop on Dan – his blog, and drop him a note to say Hi. Tell him Big Frank sent you.

2 comments:

Spike said...

Not True!!
The attributes you assigned to Dan are right on target. I've been blessed with his friendship. If anyone can get Big Frank in line it will be Dan.
You are wrong about your following. I've been silently following Big Frank's musings, insights, and poetic discourse.
One doesn't lightly jump into Big Frank's headlight's. Ask an elderly in Big Frank's hometown of Dickinson!

Big Frank Dickinson said...

Spike,
It is soooo good to hear from you. My grateful thanks for your following along here. However, I'm not sure we want to follow-up on that allusion to the elderly - that was sooo long ago. Maybe more of a myth by now: isn't that what the passage of time does? However . . . you are right on the mark as far as Dan is concerned, and that's what counts!