"Happy Father's Day, Dada!"

I can just hear these words coming from Ellie today. To all fathers out there - give your kiddos an extra hug and kiss today. They mold us and help make us into the people that we are. Blessings to each and everyone of you.

There are two men who I want to honor today. The first is my husband, that father of my three beautiful children, Pat. Babe, I know you will read this probably tonight and as you do, remember how much our kids adore you. Ellie loved you with all her little heart and she was your girl. I know you are struggling today as you miss her hand in yours; she's with you always, know this. You are a wonderful father and I am so lucky to have you in my life. I love you and am so grateful that God has put you in my world and hand picked you just for me.

For my dad ~ Grandpa Wes
The lessons you have taught me throughout my life have been invaluable. I love you and cherish every word we have, every moment we share. I know that Ellie is watching over you and Grandpa Willaert; two great men that she loved to spend time with. Be blessed today, Dad!

There is a little boy in Virginia named Liam Reilly that has been fighting DIPG since April 24th of 2008; just 5 days prior to Ellie being diagnosed. I have followed his story since the beginning and I come and ask for your prayers for Liam and his family. Please pray for him, his mommy and daddy and brothers and sister. Liam is struggling and has been having internal bleeding in his brain. Please send your prayers and words of comfort to this precious family at www.caringbridge.org/visit/liamreilly.