To Our Family, Friends, and Acquaintances, I would like to take this opportunity to share my feelings regarding the accident, Tim’s death and my faith. In the days immediately following the accident I wondered why God would allow this to happen. I went to daily Mass, said the Rosary and even did the Stations of the Cross every Friday. As time passed and Tim remained in a coma, I wondered why God didn’t just take him the night of the accident. Why did I have to watch him suffer through this ordeal? While I do not have all the answers to these questions, there are several things I have come to know and understand. First, God knew from the day Tim was conceived the day He would bring him home. God gave me the beautiful gift of Tim’s life for 18 years. I am so thankful to all of you for letting me see the true fullness in which Tim lived his life. Second, all God’s plans are perfect and all loving. During the three and a half months that Tim was alive after the accident, I was able to nurture and care for him, giving me time to grieve and eventually let go. Going to daily Mass, saying the Rosary and the Stations of the Cross helped to prepare and strengthen me for this time. God is in control and I have learned to completely trust Him in all things. I am thankful everyday for the memories of Tim, for the Great Gift of Faith, and for the Grace of God that continues to pour out upon me in His Great Love and Mercy. I want you to know that I am at peace with the recent events, and that I am truly blessed with the outpouring of support, both emotional and financial, that each of you has shown my family. It has certainly been a life changing experience for us all. With heartfelt appreciation for your continued support and concern, Diane Grabowski |