letter from josh smith

I have known Joel for over 40 years. He is the oldest friend I still keep in touch with. Through grade school, middle school, college, and now Hawaii. We have had crazy times, enjoyed several concerts, and several drunk nights.

I watched him get punched in the eye in college for making fun of some guy named Clyde. He later walked around with a bag of frozen peas on that eye. 😂

I remember him telling kids in grade school that he lost his leg during a shark attack, or that it got ran over by a steamroller. The look of terror on those peoples faces that he told that to was priceless.

We played soccer and Little League together. We’ve watched each other grow and seen each others lives chapter by chapter. I’m grateful for Joel‘s friendship. I know there is nothing he would not do for any one of his friends.

Happy 50th brother! I love you!