Thank you

Our profound and heartfelt thanks to whoever sent this beautiful plant today.  It was sent "anonymously ", but we know who loves us!  It touched our hearts on so many levels. We're so grateful to be remembered on David's birthday.  And so grateful that he is remembered as well.  He is in our thoughts everyday, as we know he is with each of you. 

We hope you each have a special way to remember him.  We'll probably go buy a bag of Skittles and a helium balloon today, and release it towards heaven, as we have done on this day for several years.  There's something about that ritual that is very healing.  You are all in our hearts and prayers, as we recognize how hard these anniversaries are, even with the passing of years.  But it's also a great day, as we remember the good times, the things he taught us, his love for his family and friends, his innate goodness, his talents and sense of humor.

We share our feelings that David is okay.  He is at peace.  Each time one of you reaches out to someone who is struggling, you represent him, and honor his memory.  We have met so many people out here who suffer from mental health issues, and feel very alone and misunderstood.  We feel we understand them on some level, and they become part of our lives.  We try to let them know that they are loved by us and by Heavenly Father.  We are blessed as we meet with them and succor them. 

We are blessed to have such a wonderful family.  We love each one of you with all our hearts.  You each bring an individual strength and a great deal of joy into our lives.  We know we can count on you always, and hope you know you can count on us.  Thank you for all you do for each other, and for your families.