Friends,

I've always believed in the importance and joy that comes in keeping healthy, loving family relationships. I love

the special bond we all feel when we are together.

I believe that occasionally we need gentle and maybe not-so-gentle reminders of just how precious moments of

being together are. They are gems of time, never to be taken for granted, but to etch and savor in our memory.

Reminders to often express our love and appreciation, even in what seems small ways.

Events of the past twelve months have personally given me reason to pause and reflect on loving family support.

We advise, encourage, laugh and as most recently, cry together as we mourn the loss and celebrate the life of our

sweet Britney.

Her time with us was but a moment in the Lord's time but long enough to accomplish her mortal purpose.

We laid her to rest, grateful for her near-perfect life, her example of righteous living, and especially for the sure

knowledge that we will again see her beautiful smile and open arms.

Thank you, friends, for reaching out to me and my family with your kind expressions of love and support. It has touched us greatly.

Sincerely,

Maurine Rowley