My wife Erin and I wanted to show our support to the King family in some way, so we went to the Chelsea King Memorial. What a beautiful, loving family.
It was an inspiring memorial. Watching the doves fly away brought tears to our eyes. Both sides of the football stadium along with half the field were full of people. It was amazing.
It seems so un-natural for parents to have to put a child to rest, especially someone with such a bright future as Chelsea. Though I haven’t met the family, I felt close to them while listening to all the stories. It was quite difficult for me to control my emotions.
In some way I feel like Kelly who finds if hard to continue at times, until she feels Chelsea’s voice encourage her to keep on seeing the beautiful things in life. In other ways I feel like Brent who realizes that he needs to channel his anger to make the world a safer place for our children. I am amazed by this family’s strength and courage, especially Tyler’s who so admires his sister.
“In the face of adversity…. I see stars…. I see stars… I see stars.”
My wife and I drove home today feeling closer together and strengthened by the community’s outpouring of love.
God bless you both Mike. It must have been a difficult day for you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and Joey’s.
If you need help with anything you know where to find me.
Katie
What about Amber? Same horrific fate… Most remember Chelsea and forget all about Amber, their names should be said together, like sisters, remember Amber too when you think of Chelsea…