/ Nicole (Sister) HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I AM SENDING BALLOONS UP TO YOU IN HEAVEN! LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER, NICOLE, JAMIE, WESLEY, AND HUNTER
Our lake time / Mama
Brandi, I was thinking of you today and remembering all the fun we had at the lake when you and Nicole were growing up. We've started going to the lake again and getting things cleaned up and repaired. The water is cold, but Wesley and Hunter don't seem to mind. They play just like it is mid-summer. I wish you could be here with us and watch them grow up. Wesley is quite the little skier and Hunter says he wants to learn this summer. They love going to the lake just like you and Nicole did. It seems like just yesterday that you and Nicole were swimming and jumping off the pier and skiing. I miss you so very much. We tell the boys about you so much, that every once in a while they'll say, "I miss Brandi." I tell them "I miss Brandi, too." You would be so proud of them. Keep watch over them and help them stay safe. Our love is with you always. And I know we'll be together again one day, having fun like we used to. Our love to you! Mama & Diddy
Who You'd Be Today by Kenny Chesney / Nicole (Sister)
Sunny days seem to hurt the most. I wear the pain like a heavy coat. I feel you everywhere I go. I see your smile, I see your face, I hear you laughin' in the rain. I still can't believe you're gone.
It ain't fair: you died too young, Like the story that had just begun, But death tore the pages all away. God knows how I miss you, All the hell I've been through, Just knowin' no-one could take your place. An' sometimes I wonder
Would you see the world? Would you chase your dreams? Settle down with a family, I wonder what would you name your babies? Some days the sky's so blue, I feel like I can talk to you, An' I know it might sound crazy.
It ain't fair: you died too young, Like the story that had just begun, But death tore the pages all away. God knows how I miss you, All the hell I've been through, Just knowin' no-one could take your place. An' sometimes I wonder, Who you'd be today?
Today, today, today. Today, today, today.
Sunny days seem to hurt the most. I wear the pain like a heavy coat. The only thing that gives me hope, Is I know I'll see you again some day. Some day, some day, some day.
Misti got the nursing scholarship this year. It means a lot to her. We are so happy that she got it. I know you would be glad too. The ceremony will be coming up in a couple of weeks to give it to her. Congratulations, Misti!!!
Read at the National Children's Memorial Candle Lighting, Dec 10, 2006 / Mama Read >>
Read at the National Children's Memorial Candle Lighting, Dec 10, 2006 / Mama
It is so hard believing you have been gone 8 years and 19 days. I know it is true, but sometimes it feels more like 8 minutes. It's hard living with the fact that you won't be coming through the door ever again.
I get that awlful feeling deep inside when I remember the instant everything changed. I ask God why you were taken from us? Why couldn't you stay? You had your whole life ahead. You had planned to be a nurse. We were happy for you. Deciding to help people in this way was a big decision. But you were excited and doing excellent in school. We had always encouraged you and Nicole to dream big and we had no doubt that you could accomplish whatever you set your mind to.
When you left us, our lives changed forever in a way we could barely comprehend. Every day brings feelings that we may or may not expect or understand. We think of you and we may cry incessently. However, the next day we can talk about you and remember the things you did or said and we can actually smile or laugh when we say your name.
We know that there will never be another day as a complete family. We miss you and the things we did together as a family. Your birthday comes and you never really get any older. You'll always be 20 years old.
I remember the years when you were growing up. You were quite the independent little girl. Telling me, "I'll do it." My heart breaks as I realize that I thought you would always be here. We have wonderful memories now. So I play those memories in my mind and it gets me through the tough times.
People say that God has a plan for each of us and I know He does. God's plans are beyond our understanding, so we accept what has come to pass. But we still think of the plans we had for you. I wanted you to grow up and have children. I wanted you to know the joy that children and grandchildren bring into your life. I'm disappointed that you didn't get to experience the things we wanted for you.
I cry alot because I miss you. I miss what we had and what we would have had. I know you are in Heaven and you are happy. But I think, you are gone. How can I possibly live the rest of my life without you? But I will. One day at a time. I know that I have to.
The love we have for you and the love we shared with each other continues. Nicole, "Diddy" and I love you and remember you every day. You are with us in so many ways. Your life influenced us and helped make up the family we were and are now. We are proud of you and the person you became.
You are not here physically, but you are here in our hearts. Your love and spirit will go on through your family and those who knew you.
Remembering/ Jessica Hill Woodruff (Friend)Read >>
Remembering/ Jessica Hill Woodruff (Friend)
A friend of mine and I were talking today and Brandi's name was brought up. We were talking about life changes and the way we adapt to them. I told her about my first day at HA in 10th grade and how I was so unsure about having to make new friends after staying with the same friends most of my school years. There I was, sitting in class, twiddling my thumbs when in walked Brandi. No one coming in had said "Hello" or introduced themselves, not being rude or anything, just other people they wanted to see first. Brandi walked in, saw someone new and came right over to introduce herself. She asked me a ton of questions and welcomed me and made me feel right at home. What I loved most about her was how warm and inviting she was. She was ALWAYS willing to help with something. I can honestly say that she is one of the best memories I will ever have of my school days.
I lost touch with her when I moved in the 11th grade, but I never forgot her or her spirit. I missed her personality and her friendship. Brandi was a true, nonjudgmental, honest friend. When I learned she was no longer with us, it made me realize what the world would miss from that day forward.
To her family, if you see this, you raised a very very good person and someone I hope that my children will grow to be like. Your strength has been an inspiration, and I commend you for creating a scholarship to carry on her memory. I know we will see her again someday. Close
It is almost December and this time of year is extremely difficult. People are Christmas shopping with their families and are excited about the holidays. That is the normal thing this time of year. But things are not normal for us. They never will be again.
I see things in the stores and think, that would be perfect for Brandi. Or I'll think Brandi would really like this. I saw something the other day that made me think of you and Nicole. It was a "sister thing."
Wesley and Hunter are so excited about Santa Claus. I wish you were here to see them. They are loving little boys who understand my sadness. (That's alot for little ones to experience.) I do try not to show it in front of them. They make Diddy and I have Christmas. And we should for Nicole, Jamie and her boys should have Christmas with "Diddy" and me. You are always with us in our hearts. Love, Mama
Happy Birthday Beautiful Brandi / Teri Drebit (Angel Mom Of Jaime) Read >>
Happy Birthday Beautiful Brandi / Teri Drebit (Angel Mom Of Jaime)
Dear Brandi,
Thinking of you always beautiful. Love to you and your family who misses and loves you so much. Stay close to them and let them know you are always by their side sweet Angel.
PRECIOUS 4TH OF JULY ANGEL / KATHY LAFRAMBOISE AUNT OF MORGAN PIATT (ANGEL FAMILY FRIEND )
BRANDI- YOU ARE STILL SO LOVED AND MISSED- HAPPY 4TH OF JULY- SEND YOUR FAMILY ALL YOUR LOVE, CELEBRATE WITH OUR MORGAN- XOXOXO MORGANS AUNT KATHY UNCLE ROGER LAFRAMBOISEXOXOXO Close
Thinking of You / Dianne!Mom Of Angel Nicholas White Read >>
Thinking of You / Dianne!Mom Of Angel Nicholas White
Brandi,
Your memory lives on in those who love and cherish you forever. Watch over them and guide them with your love until their journeys bring them home to heaven to be with you.
beautiful angel / Kathy Laframbosie Aunt Of Morgan Piatt (angel family friend )
brandi - send mom extra hugs and kisses this specail week end- her heart is like a fountain that over flows with love for you day and night- happy mother day to you and your mom xoxooxomorgan piatt- aunt kathy Close
Beautiful Brandi / Teri Drebit (Angel Mom Of Jaime) Read >>
Beautiful Brandi / Teri Drebit (Angel Mom Of Jaime)
My Angel Nurse / Mama (Mother)
Brandi, I miss you so very much. I wish you were here to help me go through what I am facing. You'd be finished with nursing and by now would have right much experience. You'd know what to tell me to expect. I'd have my own private nurse to take care of me. But I know you'll be watching and asking God to guide the doctor. I'll be alright because I'll have you in my mind and you'll be with me in spirit. Daddy and Nicole will be there, as well as Rosie. I'll be in good hands when I get home. I put some roses at "the spot" for you when I left the doctor's office today. You know how much I love you, but I will say it again. I love you a zillion times a zillion. Wish I could hug you. I wish a lot of things. It's hard for me to write my feelings on this website, but I felt I needed to today. But you know my thoughts and you know I'm always thinking of you; whether I write them out or not. I love you, Sweetie. We all love you. Close
sweet little easter angel / Kathy Laframboise (another easter grieving family )
brandi ^I^ beautiful angel never to be for gotten--paint a picture of love and send it to your family for easter ---i know how much momma misses you---help morgan color eggs for allbaby angels...xooxo morgans aunt kathy Close
i know how much you are truely loved and missed / Ron Piatt (another hurting parent )Read >>
i know how much you are truely loved and missed / Ron Piatt (another hurting parent )
brandi ^I^- this is ron piatt- i want you and your family to know- i am thinking of you- i know the pain and hurt- and i know there are no words to ease this loss of a precious child from our homes-taken to soon- toquick- gone before we knew what was happening- our angels have climbed to the top of a topless Tower, and no stairs leading back down to us, we will lite candles in your precious memories, for we know the only way to our angels ,is the final flight past this world we still live in, you are so so loved and missed- i know because i miss morgan too. keep dancing little angel. i will meet you some day- help morgan color eggs for all the little ones this year. xoxoxoxoxo a hurting father (ron) who misses his daughter Close
Tributes and Condolences
LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER, NICOLE, JAMIE, WESLEY, AND HUNTER
