Bird Release

Dear Kate,

Yesterday I went to the bird release in your honor. He was the cutest owl I've ever seen up close (ok, also the first) and had only needed to be at Liberty Wildlife for about a month to get back into tip-top shape. We got to say a wish as he flew away in the hopes that it gets carried up to heaven to you. I selfishly wished that you will continue to support me on my never ending quest to become a person that will change this world for the better. You were such a great role model Kate and I will never forget all of the things you did for me and for the people I love.

The morning I found out that you had passed I called my Mom crying and she told me we couldn't be selfish about this, that we needed to be happy that you were not in terrible pain anymore. I am happy that you didn't suffer long Kate, but I am devastated for this world you left behind. You were one of the "good guys" and we needed you. On this Mother's Day you will be in my heart because you helped me grow into the woman I am today. Keep watch over us down here and we will see you again someday.

I love you!

Jem

Adele and Billy's video was much better than mine (I was facing the sun) so I am going to steal theirs and put it here :)