In loving memory of Nancy Preston who passed away seven years ago today, July 10, 2000.

Mom,

I love and miss you so much. Life is not the same without you. Even though I feel you in my heart, I would give anything for just a couple of minutes with you...to see your smile...to hear your voice...to hug you and know once again the feeling of your love. I'm sorry for the things I messed up while I was growing up and I am especially sorry for not telling you I love you more often, but I am grateful for the things that you and I did together — what I wouldn't do to get those days back. I wish I had done more. I hope you know how much I love you. I hope you know that I would do anything for you. Thank you for everything you sacrificed and for everything I am. I miss you and pray to God that I will see you again. I love you —