I Didn’t Know What to Say

First off I’d like to say “thank you.” Thank you for the huge outpouring of love and support our family has received since we received the news my son Jack passed away. The scholarship fund has swelled to over 28,000 online with an additional 5,000 in checks so far. We continue to honor “the boy” with this legacy.

These past 13 days have been almost unbearable. I say almost, because we got through it, with your kind words and prayers. And food. I think I gained 10 pounds eating all the food.

I’ve gotten calls, emails, texts, facebook messages, letters, cards (everything except a carrier pigeon) with words of comfort and support. When I got a hug and someone said “I’m so sorry” or “my condolences” or “how are you holding up?,” I didn’t know what to say. I still don’t. The words fail me. That’s a big problem for me, because words are how I make my living.

I’m sorting through a big stack of cards. I’m writing down the names of over 700 people who signed the guest books at the visitation and memorial service. I’m trying to collect all the names of folks who donated to the fund. 

I tried to start writing them all notes, but the words failed me. I’ll try again Monday. If you get one, and it only says “thank you,” then that’s all I could muster.

I still don’t know what to say when you tell me that you’re sorry or what a great kid my son was. I hope you’ll accept a BIG “thank you” and know that it is sincere.

THANK YOU from the bottom, top and whole of my heart.

Also, a big thank you to the Madison+Main-iacs. I was totally useless this week, but they got it done…for me and our clients.