Post by richardkelsey on Oct 19, 2009 12:33:27 GMT -5
This was a very nice letter. The response of so many thoughtful Freehold people to this family is a stark reminder of what has made Freehold so special over the years. A special recognition from me to one of our FV former admins who spear-headed a fund-raising effort for the family.
Thanks to all who helped this family.
newstranscript.gmnews.com/news/2009/1014/letters/021.html
Thanks to those who reached out after tragedy
Although the lights in the house at 64 Court St. in Freehold Borough are out and the innocent laughter has been silenced, it is still a home that we miss very much. Even in its irreparable state, our perception of home is even more apparent.
We played, we laughed, we cried, we dreamed, did homework and made cupcakes. What was contained behind these now-burned, barren walls was a family, is a family — Kaylee's family. The laughter and love of "home" should not be a distant memory. And with all our hearts, we must go forward with the strength and hope, creating a life that only Kaylee can inspire.
Her inspiration has turned a community into a family. The multitude of generosity, kindness and love that has surrounded our family is immeasurable, from those we know and those we have yet to know.
Kaylee's short, sweet life has boundless significance. Kaylee lived big. Kaylee laughed hard. Kaylee loved much. Every moment mattered; not a second was wasted.
Her smile alone is a true testament to who she is, real and beautiful. Her spirit remains ever present in our lives. Kaylee will be with us always.
For those we have known, it has been said, "It takes a village to raise a child"; thank you for being a part of our "village." For those we have yet to meet, welcome to our "village."
There is no magic phrase to say thank you, but perhaps our expression of the gratitude we feel toward your generosity and kindness can be best said in these words:
"Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life during this most painful time. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow."
May God bless you, as we move forward, remembering Our Lord's words, "I am with you always."
The Petner-Ramos Family
Freehold Borough
Thanks to all who helped this family.
newstranscript.gmnews.com/news/2009/1014/letters/021.html
Thanks to those who reached out after tragedy
Although the lights in the house at 64 Court St. in Freehold Borough are out and the innocent laughter has been silenced, it is still a home that we miss very much. Even in its irreparable state, our perception of home is even more apparent.
We played, we laughed, we cried, we dreamed, did homework and made cupcakes. What was contained behind these now-burned, barren walls was a family, is a family — Kaylee's family. The laughter and love of "home" should not be a distant memory. And with all our hearts, we must go forward with the strength and hope, creating a life that only Kaylee can inspire.
Her inspiration has turned a community into a family. The multitude of generosity, kindness and love that has surrounded our family is immeasurable, from those we know and those we have yet to know.
Kaylee's short, sweet life has boundless significance. Kaylee lived big. Kaylee laughed hard. Kaylee loved much. Every moment mattered; not a second was wasted.
Her smile alone is a true testament to who she is, real and beautiful. Her spirit remains ever present in our lives. Kaylee will be with us always.
For those we have known, it has been said, "It takes a village to raise a child"; thank you for being a part of our "village." For those we have yet to meet, welcome to our "village."
There is no magic phrase to say thank you, but perhaps our expression of the gratitude we feel toward your generosity and kindness can be best said in these words:
"Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life during this most painful time. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow."
May God bless you, as we move forward, remembering Our Lord's words, "I am with you always."
The Petner-Ramos Family
Freehold Borough
