Alexander William Archie

My uncle was a great artist, a great listener and he taught me lots of things. I know it's true that everyone thinks people who have AIDS deserve it. Well in my opinion, no one deserves to die of something that can't be cured. All his loved ones are in pain right now. I notice I am very mad all the time ..... then I'll be happy. I take it out on my brother and sister. I don't mean to do that... But sometimes I hurt so much I don't even notice what I am doing.

My uncle said he would take us to Rome, Paris, and Germany for my sister's, brother's and my graduation. For me, that's in two years. He's not going to be here when I graduate, which means he won't be here for their graduation either.

I find it hard to talk about it with anyone face to face. I think it's easier to write. My uncle always had some advice for me. He told me to follow my dreams, and that if I wanted to sing, I should sing. I sang in front of my whole school for him. I know no one really wants someone they love to die... I send everyone else who is grieving my best wishes and hope you are all getting through this.