Brody's Birthday

Yesterday was not only Memorial Day, but Brody's birthday. We took various toys to his grave. We also took balloons and let about half of them go. Kaybri told us that they were going to heaven for Brody and Jesus. With everything that has gone on, I'm sure its all very confusing for her, but she is handling it so well. I'm shocked at how much she really understands. Yesterday, we also had steak lunch with family and watched old home videos of Brody's 1st birthday. It was a really nice weekend. I'd have to say that we are really getting along fairly well since Brody's passing. Its hard and painful yet peacefully enlightening. We love him so very much and enjoyed devoting this weekend to Brody and the legacy he leaves behind.

The Pain

Its still so hard to wake up each day and realize all over again that our precious boy is no longer down the hall in his bed watching cartoons and smiling. When Brody died, a huge part of us went with him. We miss him terribly. They say time will ease the pain. If losing the pain means the memories fade, I'll keep the pain forever. We know without a doubt that he is in a better place. Occasionally, we feel his sweet presence comforting us. However, its still so hard. I know that as each day passes, Brody will be on our minds. We love and miss him so very much.

Thank You

Brody's funeral was so incredibly special. I was shocked to see how many lives our little angel boy had touched. I don't think there was an empty seat in the chapel. Everyone who participated in the services did an amazing job--whether they spoke, sang or prayed. They really shined. After the grave dedication, some friends started up their dirt bikes and four wheelers on the ATV trail adjacent to the cemetery. (Brody had absolutely loved the sound of four wheelers) As they did "one last ride" the wind suddenly gusted just briefly and then stopped. The crowd sobbed. It was so awesome to know Brody was there. We are extremely grateful to everyone who's been in contact with us since Brody's passing. The gifts, the cards, the thoughts, the prayers....You have really touched our lives. I have several hundred thank-you cards to write. I'm hoping to complete them by this weekend. Until then-- Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Sweet Angel Boy

Our precious Brody was a gift from God. We will cherish the memories we have of our Schubby Buddy. He has touched so many lives and helped to show us the way. We will miss him terribly. Our sweet angel boy. Thank you to all our friends, family, and our community for the outpouring of love and support. Thank you to those who stood by our sides in our darkest hour last night. Thank you to all the medical teams who have worked closely with Brody to make his life as sweet as it was. Even more than sadness, we feel tremendous peace. In Heaven, our angel awaits...

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. in the Salina LDS Stake Center, 98 West 400 North in Salina, where friends may call for viewing Monday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. or Tuesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 prior to the services.

I Saw God Today

This evening at 6:20 PM, our sweet angel peacefully returned to the loving arms of his Father in Heaven. He was surrounded by friends and family. Thank you to everyone for your love and support.