Thursday, September 1, 2005 0:21 AM CDT Dave's Memorial Service A beautiful day, sunny, clear and not too hot. 1600 gather, wearing clothes bright with blue, purple, Hawaiian flowers and Disneyland characters. They are here to say goodbye. The only clouds are inside. There are beautiful flowers everywhere, pictures of Dave, a Wa-Hi football jersey and helmet, high school trophies and his beloved guitar, the only object that meant anything to Dave, looking lonely on stage. Bob and Judy, on their anniversary, grieving, sad, welcoming friends and family. Shane, Jeffrey & Patrice play beautiful music, some of Dave's favorite songs. The football coaches, resplendent in Wa-Hi royal and white, come in from the field, tan and tall, smelling of the sun and fresh grass crushed under cleats. They are warm when I hug them, they feel strong. They feel like Dave. We gather in the family room, but after praying with Robin, Denise and I can't stay there, we sneak to the back of the san...
Congrats, Zach!!! I can see why all the girls are hanging around HIM!! Smart, athletic and handsome too, wow. Love the dance pics. Hope you have a good weekend, can you ??!!!
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Wasn't it an amazing night! I can't believe they are now off to high school. I have to tell you sitting behind you; watching you with your dear Kenny I could see the light of Dave shining down. I see Zack shares Morgan's favorite teacher Mrs. Wright she has been amazing I can't believe we have to leave her behind I think she should go to high school with them.
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