Dear Tyler,

Hi my sweet son! How are you doing on this Tuesday afternoon? Mom is doing okay today. I am in my office writing to you while listening to some music. The weather is overcast but in the 80's. We all were sitting outside just a bit ago. It was nice and relaxing until Ozzy started crying because he saw one of the geckos on the screens. It was cute. Princess was just enjoying sitting on Mark's lap and soaking in the warm air and the breeze that was blowing. Lunch time was over so Mark went back to work and Mom came back upstairs to do a few things on the computer and then write to you. Bob stayed outside while Meme is inside the house somewhere. 
 This morning Mom was up at 6 am. Just couldn't sleep but I laid in bed until 7 am. I got up, fed the pups, put dishes away and then relaxed downstairs for a bit before coming upstairs to make the bed, do laundry and get ready. Meme and Bob left for a short time to run errands that they needed to. It was nice for that time with just Mark. I think we have forgotten what exactly it felt like to have our own space. As nice as it is for meme and Bob to be here it is pretty stressful because we all have our ways of living. There is so much space in this house but yet Mom has hardly any of it. Meme has most of it all and I don't feel that is fair. I try to talk to her about it but instead of understanding where I am coming from, she gets angry and offended. Mom is not sure what to do anymore. I tried to call Aunt Beck this morning again but no answer. I left another message for her. I was hoping to chat with her and get some advice. Maybe tomorrow or Thursday we can touch base. Mom spoke to Grandpa yesterday afternoon. He sounded okay. You can tell he is still sick and when you ask him, he says he is doing fine. We all know better but say nothing. Debbie was chatty as well. That was nice. I think slowly things are going in the right direction with that. They won't move here still unless they have their own place and that is fine... I just wish it would be soon. I really miss him so much. Mom hasn't brought the subject up at all lately but I will in the next few weeks. Maybe if I can do some research on things it may help them out. Time will tell. Mom will keep you posted on this. 
 Mom also had the chance to chat through the computer with Auntie Kristina yesterday afternoon. She is back at her Mom and Dad's. She was telling me that her dad is failing and fast now. She is noticing that his kidneys are starting to shut down now. Once that happens it will be like a domino effect and everything will start. She knows it won't be long now and she is correct. She is asking everyone for prayers for a peaceful passing for Jim. Mom cried yesterday. Jim is a wonderful man that when it is his time to be with you and all the Angels, he will be missed so much by so many. Mom reached out to Alice, her Mom and she told me that Jim was having more bad days then good ones now. My heart is with them all during this difficult time. It is so hard to watch a loved one suffering and transitioning from here on earth to knowing they will be in Heaven soon. Auntie Kristina said that she would be in touch when she could as her days are filled with caring for her Mom and Dad and she is tired and busy. Mom gets that too. I know it all first hand from when  I took care of you for all those years. If I could I would do it all again too. You know that though. Mom loves you so much, pumpkin. To the moon and back and all the way around the world. You will forever be my hero and the wind beneath my wings. You live in my heart, mind, body and soul. Mom misses you more than I can ever express.... more than words could ever say. 
 I have no other updates for you today. I am sure to have some in a couple days when I chat with our family though. Tonight will be all about making dinner, eating, feeding the pups and then cleaning up. We will go for a night walk and then settle in for the night and watch a bit of tv before falling asleep. Tomorrow is another work day for Mark and Mom will be cracking the books for sure. Mom will be sure to relight your candle when I go downstairs for the evening. I will whisper to you later tonight as well. Smile for Mom and I will smile to you my sweet precious son. Have fun tonight while I get some sleep. I know you are busy but please come and visit in my dreams if you can. Thank you. I will be back tomorrow afternoon with another letter so until then, be continue to watch over us all. Thank you for being my bright shining star that lights my path. Good night and sweet dreams, Tyler. All my love forever and unconditionally.
 Always, Mommy xoxoxo. Muah!