On November 1st, we lost our most precious gift. Sharing this time with our incredible son Alden Josef.  The last five months have been the most beautiful we could have imagined.  Our time was cut far too short and ended in devastating fashion. We are so incredibly grateful to have spent time outdoors, as well as traveling, laughing as a family, and stinking up the house.

More than anything else, Alden has taught us to cherish our lives, our families, and our roles.  Being good mothers (Samantha), brothers (Phillip and Michael), fathers (Kyle), grandparents (Thomas, Mike, Kevin, Tammie, Christy, Jenn, and JoEllen) and aunts and uncles (McKenzie, Gabe, Jenn, and Heather).  This time with baby Alden has changed our lives forever.  We'll miss you precious son.

"Wings spread out, wings take flight. My baby angel met Mike tonight.  His heart was good, but his head was bad, your life was fast, much like your death.  6 months old too short of time to of had.  My wounds will heal and bruises fade, but my love for you will never change.  You saw much of this world, from Michigan to the mountains of Wyoming you hiked, swam in the Sulfur Springs, went through hawking hills Ohio.  Your blue eyes like daddy's and so full of wonder, from the first rays of sun to your first crinkle of the leaves.  You were hooked on the wilderness.  Warm baths, boobs and farts, you were an Adams all around.  To perfect to weird to stay around Eustice.  Alden, I Love You."