It's been three years since this heartbreaking day. Life continous and we all have despite the scars and sorrow since you left. In all these past days, months, and now years, you have always been in my heart and close to my soul. I know you're in a wonderful, enlightening, glorified place and this bring me some peace. Know that you'll always be the brightest star in my life and your light still shines. I love you, always... Popz

MERRY CHRISTMAS 2011 KOREY!!

Another Christmas has come and almost gone. It was a wonderful day filled with laughter and a lot of merry making, a lot of merry making LOL. Ben came over Christmas Eve and spent the day and night. We were up till 4:30am Christmas morning, drinking, merry making and opening presents. And yes, you got one too. An EnviraScape tranquil fountain. Its going to sit on the sofa table with you. Glen and I had saved some Christmas snow from last year and we all had a blast throwing it up in the night sky and wishing for another snowy Christmas morning. It didn't come though, maybe next year. Dawny got me a beautiful ceramic candle lamp with a red cardinal on it. I saw you on Christmas Eve when Ben came over, sitting in the bird feeder. Letting me know once again that you're still with us. I wonder how you celebrate Christmas on the other side. Sylvia Brown says its an incredible celebration. We miss you so much, so very much. I pray that you've had a wonderful day over there with Popi and everyone else. I Love You, FOREVER!!!

Happy Birthday 12/02/11

Dearest Korey,
    Once again your birthday has come around and you are not here. It is very hard for me every year this time. I would give my life to just to spend one more day with you. You were my everything; the son I never had! You filled that void. I love you and I remember when you first came into this world. I immediately took you in and protected you. You could do no wrong in my eyes. I wish you were here, but I know you are here in spirit. Your dad says you come in the form of a red robin. So for Christmas, can you please pay me a visit? I put out a bird feeder in my front yard. Christmas morning I will go check for you! So, I love you and we will meet again one day. Happy Birthday!

Love always,
Aunt Sarah

Merry Christmas 2010

It's been a wonderful, exciting day from the moment I woke up! It was a white Christmas and you would have loved it. I awoke laying in bed, wondering if there would be snow outside, yet deep in my heart I KNEW you would bring it and you did. We celebrated X-mas here at home. We got you a candle holder, X-mas candle and poporii dispenser. We even taped a X-mas sticker to your picture. It was an all around amazing and fun filled day and I knew your spirit was here with us every step of the way.

You're still here with us buddy. I feel you in everything I do and everything I go through. True, I miss your phsyical presencee, but knowing and feeling your spirit every step of the way leaves no room for sadness. Glen is more emotional than I am. We both miss you soooo much, yet you're here with us in everything we do and for that I thank you more than you could ever know. My love and heart are with you every day, every hour and every minute. Merry Christmas son!! And thank you so much, from every part of my being for keeping close in my heart, mind and soul. I'll be seeing you soon.

Loving and thanking your always,
Popz

12-15-2010

My dearest Korey,

One year ago today you left this world and all the turmoil behind. Theres no doubt in my mind that all of heaven opened their arms and welcomed you home. I recall driving down the road, asking Poppie to watch over you and to protect you (it was also his b-day), little did I know that he was there welcoming you home. How ironic! This past year has been painful, very painful in many ways, but through it all, I always knew that you are still with me. You're spirit has given me so much strength and encouragement. I also know that you've proctected me in many ways as well. I don't mourn you much anymore, for how can you mourn the loss of someone who is still with you? What I can say is that I miss your physical presence. Your cocky smile and attitude, but most of all your loving heart and spirit that has now blessed heaven. You're in my thoughts and prayers, every day and every hour. LIVE in peace and harmony wherever you are, and know that my love is and will be forever with you.

Missing and Loving you always,
Popz

Birthday Party

So I made it through the day and talked to you often. I glanced at my watch at exactly 12:02pm. I thought it was going to be hard. Painful in many ways, but it wasn't. I felt your presence with me all day, and your voice saying "keep going popz, I'm doing great". So when Glen said we should have a cake and party for you, I reluctantly said "ok", knowing that your birth into this world and into my life is indeed one of the greatest reasons to celebrate. So I went to the store, bougght you a candle, a card and a santa hat for you to wear. It was indeed a happy moment, and in my heart I saw you smiling. How short the days are, and shorter the years. I only hope and pray that every parent will truly treasure and value each and every minute they have with their children. My time with you will last a lifetime and beyond.... Popz

Happy Birthday My Nephew

Today is the day that hurts me the most
I look up and see your face along the coast
I miss you dearly
This kills me clearly
You are my nephew
You were my bestfriend
I will never ever forget you
You will remain in my heart till the end
Today is important
Just wanted to let you know
I never forgot you
As I keep continuing to grow
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KOREY
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!

AUNT SARAH

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KOREY

I remember this day like it was yesterday. Watching you emerge into the world brought such a unique and unbelievable joyful feeling to me. You would have been 22 years old today. Although I know you're in a incredibly loving and beautiful place, I wish you were here with me. I know, thats selfish on my part, but my soul cries out for the joy and love you brought me. Whereever you are and whatever you're doing, know that I will never forget how you touched my heart and enriched my life. Today I will light a candle and I pray that somehow, someway you'll see that light and know that you will always shine brightly in my heart. Happy Birthday son. Popz

YOU WERE, ARE, AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE MOST THANKFUL PERSON IN MY LIFE. YOU'VE BLESSED IT IN COUNTLESS WAYS. YOU'RE SPIRIT IS WITH ME EVERY DAY OF EVERY HOUR. IT IS FROM YOU THAT I GAIN THE STRENGTH TO FACE UNCERTAINTIES, YOUR SPIRIT WHO I SEEK GUIDANCE FROM AND I CAN ALWAYS HEAR YOU, GUIDING ME, LOVING ME STILL AS I WILL YOU, FOREVER AND EVER. I MISS YOUR CRAZY, LOVING, STRONG AND DETERMINED SPIRIT AND I AM MORE BLESSED THAN ANYONE ON THIS PLANET TO HAVE KNOWN AND HELD YOUR SPIRIT. LOVING YOU AND MISSING YOUR, POPZ

HAPPY THANKSGIVING SON!!!

Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving my nephew Korey. I love you and miss you so very much. I am so thankful that I was able to know you. I am so thankful that you are my nephew. I know you are watching out for me, so thank you for brightening up my day, every day of my life.

Springtime

Dearest Korey -

Spring is here and the mountains are waking up. New life, birth and renewal is all around me. How I wish you were here to see this with me, to live it and to gaze at the splendor of it all. Yet, I know in a way you are. Everytime I see a red cardinal, I know you're here, watching and providing the energy and strength only you can. Happy Spring son... Happy Easter... You're in my heart, my mind and with my spirit each and every day. I love you... Popz

THINKING OF YOU

It's been three months almost since you past away. My heart still grieves every day, but trying to get through it all. Never forget that you've been one of the greatest joys of my life and although you're not here physically, I carry you with me wherever I go. Be at peace son, take comfort and joy in the light. Love you, pops

Happy Valentine's Day Korey!!! I love you!

LIVING

"AND GOD SAID "NO""

I asked God to take away my pride.
And God said "No".
He said it was not for him to take away,
but for me to give it up.

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
And God said "No".
He said his spirit was whole,
his body was only temporary.

I asked God to grant me patience.
And God said "No".
He said patience is a by-product of tribulations.
It isn't granted, it is earned.

I asked God to give me happiness.
And God said "No".
He said he gives me blessings, happiness is up to me.

I asked God to spare me pain.
And God said "No".
He said suffering draws you apart
from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
And God said "No".
He said I must grow on my own.
But he will prune me to make me fruitful.
I asked for all things that I might enjoy life.

And God said "No".
He said I will give you life, that you may enjoy all things.

I asked God to help me LOVE others,
as much as he loves me.
And God said,
Ah, finally you have the idea.

~ Claudia Weisz ~

QUOTES FROM KOREY

DEAR IS THE SPOT WHERE CHRISTIANS SLEEP
AND SWEET THE STRAINS THAT ANGELS POUR
O'WHY SHOULD WE IN ANGUISH WEEP
THEY ARE NOT LOST, BUT GONE BEFORE!

I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE.

ALTHOUGH HE SLEEPS
HIS MEMORY DOTH LIVE,
AND CHEERING COMFORT
TO HIS MOURNERS GIVE!

Happy New Year Korey. Glen, Ben and me all went to the bar and toasted you and then we all came home and had several drinks in your honor. This is a new year and you are still with us in our hearts and minds. Love you!!!

Happy New Year Korey!! I love you so very much!

ON UNDERSTANDING DEATH

First, understand that death is not an end, but a beginning; not a horror, but a joy. It is not a closing down, but an opening up.

The happiest moment in your life will be the moment it ends.

That's because it doesn't end but only goes on in ways so magnificent, so full of peace and wisdom and joy, as to make it difficult to describe and impossible for you to comprehend.

MEDITATIONS from Conversations With God
Neale Donald Walsch

I know you're happy and at peace, son. That brings me comfort and joy for you. Merry Christmas!

Korey

I never fell weak,
But when it came to you, Korey,
Your happiness was what I would seek.
You will always remain in my heart,
For we will never ever be apart.
I love you more than anyone could ever know,
This is why it hurts me so.
For you are a fighter and, in my eyes, never wrong,
I will be the fighter you are and stand strong.
I know you are still here.
I feel your presence and it is very near.
I know your up THERE smiling down,
And for that reason I will never frown.
I will make sure the world will know of you and you are here to see,
So they will all have the same opportunity.
Go be free and enjoy your freedom. I love you!
AUNT SARAH

KOREY

I LOOKED UP AT THE MOON LAST NIGHT
AND SAW YOU SMILING DOWN AT ME;
A CRESCENT SHAPE, NO DOUBT LAUGHING
WHO ELSE BUT YOU COULD IT BE.

A WEEK OF UNIMAGINABLE PAIN.
MY LIFE FOREVER WILL NEVER BE THE SAME;
YET - I ALWAYS FELT YOUR COMFORTING SPIRIT,
THAT ALONE KEPT ME FROM GOING INSANE.

AT LAST YOUR FREE AND UNRESTRICTED.
NO ONE ON EARTH CAN EVER TIE YOU DOWN;
SO SOAR THE STARS and GO HOME TO HEAVEN.
THE UNIVERSE IS NOW YOUR PLAYGROUND.

STILL...A PIECE OF YOUR SPIRIT LINGERS.
YOUR LOVING PRESENCENCE IS HERE BY MY SIDE;
GIVING STRENGTH TO ENDURE AND MOVE FORWARD.,
ON THIS LIFE ALTERING RIDE.

MY SON,MY FRIEND, PART OF MY EVERYTHING -
YOU FILLED MY LIFE WITH OVERWHELMING JOY;
I'VE BEEN BLESSED - AM ETERNALLY GRATEFUL.-
FOR YOU - MY FIRST BORN BOY.