The other day Kaila said "when is Daryn's birthday?"

I said "April 11".

Kaila asked "Is she going to be 14?"

"No - not yet, 13 this year", I said.

Kaila has a hard time talking about Daryn along with tears and sadness - as a matter of fact she gets mad at me when I cry. Instead she prefers to talk about her birthday coming up like she would any of her other cousins. Because she is still one of the cousins and ALWAYS will be. I have a feeling Daryn would appreciate us not always being so sad when we think about her and include her in our prayers.

As we approach your birthday, Daryn, we will celebrate your life! I am thanking God and his son Jesus Christ for eternity......... Knowing that you are in the presence of God is a great gift! Knowing your mom and dad and siblings and grandparents, cousins and family/friends will join you one day is even better!