Dear Tyler,

Hi my sweet son. How are you today on this Tuesday evening? The weather was sunny & cold here but it was nice. Mom took the pups for a nice walk, which they really enjoyed. The rest of my day was studying & trying to finish up my test so that I can submit it tomorrow. Mom did get the chance to talk to Aunt Beck today. That was so nice to do that. She seems to be a very busy gal right now but lots of exciting things taken place for her. Guess Brandy is doing good. She is still getting ready to take her certification too. I know that she will do well. She just needs to believe on that as well. I am sure you will help her out just like you are with Mom. Thanks Ty! 
 Not much else has been going on. Mark has been busy with the usual..work. Grandpa is going well. Spoke to him last night... first time n about 5 days. He has been busy too with work & getting things ready for the winter. Guess he is having some issues with work as far as them scheduling him the right hours. They have him working mostly nights & that is not cool. Those hours are for the high school kids. Grandpa is also going to submit papers to become part of the police commissioner in Claremont. He really wants it so I hope he gets it. They will vote at the end of next month. I know you will be looking out of rhim on that too. 
 Here is the daily prayer for today. November 17~ Forgive me for complaining, dear God. Help me to remember that every time I have a headache, someone I know may have a hidden heartache; every time I don't like the food, millions have nothing to eat; every time I think my paycheck is too small, too many people have no paycheck at all; every time I wish my loved ones were not demanding, some people have no one to love. When I look around at my blessings, my complaints seem little. Teach me perspective, God, & to be grateful for my everyday gifts of family, food, & home. Amen.
 The evening sky is completely dark. Even though the skies have been clear, cold & crisp Mom has not seen any stars or the moon shining brightly. I am surprised but it still hasn't nor will it ever stop me from whispering to you as I do each & every night. I hope that you hear my voice when I am talking to you. I hope it makes you smile. I remember your voice in my head & I smile all the time. I wish I could hear it though. I miss you so much. I love you beyond any words that I could ever express. 
 Mom hopes that you have a wonderful, restful & peaceful night tonight. May it be all that you need & want it to be. If you get the chance to rest, I hope that you have sweet dreams tonight. Hope I see you in my own when I fall asleep later tonight. You are forever in my heart, mind & soul my sweet precious son. Love you to the moon & back & all the way around the world.
 Always, Mommy xoxoxo. Muah!

P.S. Ian is home safely. Got word from Sherrie that she had him back this morning. Thank you!