Dear Connor's Grandma,
I miss you. I remember the day that you came into our classroom and shared your snakes with us. Even though I was skittish, you were not. You loved them. It was obvious to me how much you loved your grandson Connor as well. You two had funny secret laughs about things only the two of you understood. I am so sad that you are not here on Earth anymore with us. Connor misses you very much. I wanted you to know that he is doing okay though. I am asking him every day, sometimes twice. He is being a trooper. I am constantly reminding myself that you are above, watching out for him as well. He is so lucky to have his Grandma in class with him at all times now. I am so blessed to have witnessed the true bond between a grandmother and her grandson. I will forever remember that image when thinking of you in the future. I know that you are at peace now, and if you could say hello to Austin's mom for me that would be great too. Love you! Ms. Erickson
Hey Connor: I don't know you yet and I don't know what you're feeling. I have no idea what it's like to be in your shoes and I don't want to intrude on your private time. But, because I've been lucky enough to be a part of your class, I want you to know that I'm touched by your loss and I'm rooting for you as you deal with this very real part of our human experience. She must have been an amazing woman and I believe as my grandmother is with me, that she stands beside you now as you continue to become the young man she loves so much and that she now has a front seat to your show. I'll see you in April Connor. Peace to you and yours. Rusty
