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Just some random photos for you Emma. This is our first Christmas after you were taken from our family. We had a small tree that year. Taj is concentrating on the Lionel train. Everyone else is doing their thing. This was our first Christmas without you and your Daddy. We went to the beach later and then came home and had dinner. We made it as normal as possible for the little boys but we missed you and Daddy. I was told by your mother the September after Daddy died that we would never see you again. Your mom banned us from seeing you or contacting you. She knew that we were very concerned about your safety. For very good reasons. Keep yourself safe from people who make you feel uncomfortable or don't treat you with respect. Talk to an adult who you trust or maybe a counselor at school. You are strong, you are wiser than your years. I have confidence in you. You were lucky to have your Dad for your first 7 years of your life. You were best friends and he instilled the best values and morals in you. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgvyUwuh8LVZW8gJ-mDf0r14I17vLbmGadHNrJG5mNgG3EtcwwLy8lpQNKs4Nqv3h2x8h3hJ1li2L1Mpj8nT-SMFym0-xoOZvgKLoEe_mN5djnmVQGAkAwGY56rHZ8Krnc4G5KKTjyFTHSZY4wOASwpcseGBFzHlWeEl2fmswHbbqJIFPyRHLtf6zTYTQ=w364-h241)
We were all in Sanibel and you guys were all over me in the booth! We were squished and I loved it. Always room for my grandchildren.
Love you sweet pea, Your Grammie, 703.577.5746
March 13, 2022