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Finding special moments.....
May 11,
2011 will mark five years since Derek's passing. The mixed emotions I felt remembering the moments just before
he took his last breath on this earth, trying to always stay dedicated to all my children, as well as the promise I
made to Derek has kept me going. I knew as his mom it was my responsibility to make sure that he knew, without a shadow of
a doubt, that I loved him unconditionally, even at the most frustrating moments. I look forward to sharing with you our journey
in my book that I'm writing in order to share with you the the raw and real journey faced not only by me but so many fighting
this terrible disease. I will never forget those precious last moments with Derek and I know that because of the "Sacramento
Bee" willing to share such a raw and real story that it has personally inspired me to continue making an impact
to so many. I believe there isn't one day that goes by when I hear from so many of you through e-mails how much
they appreciate my choice to share our journey. I know from the bottom of my heart it was the right thing to do. I honestly
don't know where the time has gone!! I actually went to visit R.J. (Derek's best friend)just a few days ago for
the first time since he passed away. It was an awesome experience and I'm glad I was able to finally see him and not cry the
whole time. On top of that I have been so busy with classes to become a counselor. I'm hoping this will help me to be
able have the tools to connect with others in a more one on one connection. I'm so excited to say that I am working
with on my book and although we've had to switch publishers, I'm hoping it will be out by next winter. I can't wait
to share so many intimate thoughts and personal journey through all of it.... There are so many along the way that have been
an inspiration to me and to be honest with you I could never possibly express my gratitude to all of you. Thanks to all who
have joined us in making all this happen. Together we will make a difference.
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