Wow, it’s been over three weeks since I last wrote.

Thought about waiting until after Kelly’s graduation party, June 20th, to write, but I guess it doesn’t really matter, since we are still missing Heidi either way.  The busier I can be, the easier it is to deal with the loss of Heidi.  I’m not sure if that works for everyone, but the distractions sure help me.  Of course, there are times when you get “waves of sadness” just out of the blue.  Or, if something reminds you of her, it can bring you to tears in an instant.  Whatever the case, we shed our tears as need be, and carry on. 

I really miss Heidi now, though, as we are getting closer to “the day”.  Heidi really loved this sort of thing.  Her creativeness was so nice to have.  I would just sit back and let Heidi do her thing for displays, organizing things and whatever else needed the “Heidi touch”.  Gone are those days . . . but we are willing to use those “vibes from heaven” to coach us along.

Well, I better get back to my “List of Things to Do”.  Congrats to all of the 2009 graduates in the world!

You can check Ryan and Allison’s progress on the website below.  They must reach their goal by the end of August to be eligible to race.

http://www.active.com/donate/2009chicagoteam/allisonryan

Anyone wishing a Heidi memorial bookmark or two, just let me know.  My email is CRensink@charter.net  I have plenty!

Your continued prayers are appreciated, and any advice, as well.

Hugs to you all,

Clare