Your mother must have been very proud of you!  That is a beautiful tribute to her.  I'm sorry you suffered such a loss, no child should loose a parent to such a tragedy.  Take solice in her being happy, safe and patiently watching over you until you are reunited again.

Cristy, I wish I was there to be with you.  My darling, Cristy, I love you more now than ever.  Remember my note to you?  I love even more than that now.  Please know you and Mary are in my prayers.  Grandma and Grandpa Botens are right now showing your Mom all the joys of heaven.  What a beautiful reunion !!  Love, uncle Tom