Monday, November 10, 2008

Fall in Tennessee truly reveals God's spendor. It has and will always be my favorite time of the year. Our beloved son Zander was laid to rest this past Saturday surrounded by the cornucopia of colors that God reveals to us each year. He is surrounded by many trees upon a hillside that will always allow him to enjoy the outdoors, a place that he truly loved being during his short time with us. We will forever miss the sparkle in his eyes when we strolled with him daily, as he looked at the many shapes and colors that this time of year brings. The silence around here is deafening. I can only hear the purr of my son breathing and the images of last week will forever be etched in my mind's eye. The sufficiency of God's grace evidenced by the outpouring of love and generosity of everyone during this time is all that sustains us. I do not think that grief has set in for Christie nor I as of yet. I cannot adequately describe in words the familial and community love and support received by our family. All I can say is thank you and may God bless and keep each of you. Please keep Ethan and Raymond in your prayers. Pray also for strength for our family as we embark on yet another journey. We know that God is with us although it is difficult to see. Rest easy Houston...sleep tight Jackson...we love you both. Zander, we miss you and love you. Clancy