The evening we found out Luke lost his battle with Leukemia, Emilia and Liam were having a rare occasion, "slumber party" together. I went into the room to be with them, as I watched their peaceful little faces, soundly asleep. So much feels from so many different angles... as a parent, as siblings growing up together, as a young, brave child thrown into a fight for life.
As parents we strive to protect our kids, nurture them, and prepare them teach for what lies ahead in the future.. a future that we hope is filled of wonderful experiences, but as life is, the future is unexpected and unknown. We hope our children develop strong character and perseverance to go through hardships, enough perception to find simply joys in everything, and will and determination to push and fight for achievement. But nothing can ever prepare for cancer, and the letting go of a child to cancer. Luke and his family were so courageous and brave in the fight, we hold them in our thoughts.
Luke will always be remembered. He is a part of our family. Emilia and Liam didn't get to spent much time with cousin Luke, but the times that they did, they adored their older cousins, him and Spencer. We will miss his contagious smile and brightness. The kids especially will miss the laughter and fun they have with him.
Until we meet you again...Luke, be free and on to your next adventures.
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