The memorial is on January 3rd and I'm hoping to be with family from January 2nd thru January 4th. I stood there staring at that empty chair, my heart sinking with a pain so deep it felt like an echo in the silent room. It was just another ordinary day until I realized it wasn't there—the familiar chuckle and the gentle touch of my husband were absent from our routine. In an instant, life had shifted, leaving me to navigate this new terrain without him by my side. Losing someone you love isn’t a journey mapped out in neat chapters; it’s more like climbing through a labyrinth of emotions that only makes sense when you reach the other end. Every corner I turn brings up memories—to simple moments at home, laughing over shared jokes or enjoying lazy afternoons reminiscing about the day that we met and what brought us together. But grief is hard and lonely work. It’s waking up each day feeling like a piece of your heart has been left behind when you close your eyes. And while I know we must keep moving forward, finding healing in the little moments that define us between the laughter and tears—moments like watching children grow without their dad being there to answer questions or making new memories with friends. "Remembering isn't about living in the past but keeping their spirit alive through every laugh and tear that follows." Every dollar you contribute goes towards me being able to get the tribute book where others left messages or lit a candle for him, preserving those precious memories we have of him. It’s not just money; it’s a lifeline to help us hold onto our shared laughter longer than we might otherwise be able to in these early days without him here. "He left footprints on the shores of my heart that no tide can ever erase." By helping fund this tribute, you're not just donating; you’re joining us in our quest for healing—a silent cheerleader cheering from afar but with all your hearts and souls. Your contributions mean more than I can express: they help ease the burden of grief-filled moments when life feels too heavy to bear alone. Let's keep his memory alive, let’s celebrate every moment we had together, for he was a beacon in our darkest times. With your support and love, I'll be able to get the tribute book and be able to travel to be with family in our time of need and being able to grieve together and heal. Thank you from the core of my being if you choose to walk beside us during these trying times as we Remember Forever.