Happy Birthday Austin

Yesterday, April 22, was Austin Rice's 4th birthday.  His mom is one of my best life-long friends. She wasn't sure how to make it through the day so she decided to have a party, one Austin would love.  See, Austin didn't quite make it to 4.  He passed away last year, just a few short weeks after turning 3.  All those invited to the party were asked to still bring a gift that Austin might like.  His parents, Kendra and Cory, will take all of those gifts and give them to children that need them.  I think Austin would approve.  Since we live so far away and couldn't go to the party Kendra asked us to celebrate Austin by doing the same thing, to buy a gift and find a child that needs it and give it to them from Austin.  I wanted to share this and invite anyone to do the same and to tell others about it.  Please join us in celebrating Austin.  Also, give the kids you love a hug.  Be grateful you have them with you.