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...
What an amazing slide show!!!!! Good luck tonight, Kenny. We know you will amaze the judges --you already are courageous like your dad and have made a difference in so many lives, including ours. Michelle-- thanks for continuing to share your story and the kids. You amaze us.
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Bob, Mindy, Annalee and Caleb
Kenny, how amazing is that. I know you will need no luck tonight because they will see what I saw an awsome person who has made a difference in this world. I know your dad is looking down tonight and is so proud of you and what you have accomplished, what you continue to accomplish and what you will accomplish in the future.
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ReplyDeleteNo matter what Kenny, you ARE a star, an awesome bright shining star that lights up no matter where you are (even in chicago!). Best of luck and lots of love,
Cathyb
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Wow, Kenny, I just love your senior presentation! I think my favorite part was seeing you "grow up" in the first pictures, looking so much like Dave in some of them. You have your dad in your heart, your looks, and in your generous nature. Lucky you!
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