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The Three Amigos

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When my Mikey turned 16 he started working at my shop. We had the struggles of a young man who did not want to be looked at as the owner's son, yet also loved the opportunity of being the owner's son. Through his growth, he became a fine production manager and a huge asset to the company. Jenette would come in and do her fair share and another wonderful sight was seeing that these two kids aside from being awesome, also had strong principle, a work ethic and a deep level of pride.

On May 6,2 001 my Mikey worked an all nighter from May 5 till the morning. Very pleased at how great the job went, he was flying high, after the set up, he went to his girlfriends house they watched a couple of movies, she fell asleep but Mikey did not. He left and came home. Mikey went to his room and played his drums and the next thing about an hour later he came upstairs with a knapsack on his back. I pleaded with him not to go out but he told me, "Mom I promise the minute I am feeling tired I will come home, trust me... "(I so trusted him.)

Well he did get tired and told his buddy he was leaving. They stopped and grabbed a couple pieces of pizza and then he got on the road to drive home.

My sweetheart dozed off 1 exit before home. He did not make it home.

My daughter's first thoughts after we found out was a tearful, "Mom we will never be the three amigos again." Jenette my love, we will always be the three amigos. This I believe from the bottom of my heart and soul.

The days have been very long and hard, yet time is slipping through an existance of unbelievable. It is now just over 9 months since Mikey's accident and our hearts yearn more and more.

Yeah we lost the physical and the memories we would of made as life continued however I will always have two beautiful children. I will always have unconditional love for them and yeah we will always be the three amigos.

Love you both

Mommy

xxoo

Teach your children the importance of driving while being fatigued....I thought I did. Always wear your seat belt. Even if it is not your car.

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