Nick's favorite people and place-'Camp'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZXt-va4qjs

Hearing Nick's laughter at 'Camp' his favorite place on Earth- priceless.

Remembering Nick

Hey friends- Nick passed away last night around midnite, at home, holding the hand of our eldest son.


Maybe later I will be able to honor my husband and publicly thank him for
giving me the life, family, home of my dreams.
For his bravery in the face of terror, for shielding us by remaining quiet and courageous.

Nick's wonderful oncology doctor's called today to offer condolences and tell us that Nick was an amazing man and the bravest patient they have encountered- but hey we knew that!

We feel his absence already and we miss him more than words can express.

We said good bye knowing we'll be together one day and that his life was far from an act of futility.

He taught many lessons and he gave and got joy from his friends and family.

Thank you dearest Lord for blessing us with Nick and for sharing him on this temporary journey

Here are the plans for Nick's service:

Tuesday, 12/22 at 3:30PM
Corbett Community Church

34309 NE Mershon Road
Corbett, OR

We hope to see you there!

PS: Forgive me for not calling personally everyone of Nick's friends today- I tried!
I couldn't get through to everyone.

Call if you have questions or....?
503-695-3382

Goodbye to my Brother in law and a great friend

It's a cold, cold day.

I want to swear... but I can't. My kids read this blog.

So I will just spew bad words in my head.

My sister's husband passed away today suddenly.



His name is Byron Dickey

He was good, kind, generous, funny, patient and I loved him

They were a good couple- the yin and yang thing.

He loved her, he loved her dog, he tolerated our weird family...

I always called him 'Lord' Byron, because he was just regal and awesome.



Good night my friend, we will miss you and we will always love you.

We're so grateful for the love you showed our little sister Laura and we will see you in heaven.

Kimberley

All I want for Christmas!

My song for Nick this week. I can't get this out of my head, so I'm passing it along so you can hum it with me today....

Nick is doing better....

I thought I would let our friends know that Nick is feeling a bit better today! Yesterday we went to the pain management specialist and he gave us some new 'tricks' to try. We have a bit of hassle waiting for authorization from insurance for one.
But the others seem to have made a difference in Nick's pain level and alertness.

We don't know yet if the Tarceva is working, but we remain hopeful.

Thanks for keeping tabs on him and for expressing your concern- we love you!

Kimberley

This is why I love SYTYCD!!!!!!!!!!

Legion of Extraordinary Dancers- performance on So You Think You Can Dance.
The grace, strength and beauty is amazing.

Christmas in July.... or July in...? Whatever it's funny!

Matthew caught a fish in the pool. Lucas O'Connell with Jenny O'Connell and Christian O'Connell