Dear Walker..

Today my heart hurts for you. Every year on spring break I have always taken ya'll hiking and it is always a wonderful time full of pictures and memories. This year you have decided not to come. I don't know why and I love you regardless but it breaks my heart. I have dreaded the day when I would have a family picture made without you since you quit wanting to come over here, tomorrow may be the day I face that fear. There is part of me that wants to leave the camera at home because I know that the memories we make tomorrow will have a painful touch but it would not be fair to your brother and sister who are so looking forward to the day. Please know I am not the only one who misses you, Abby was so excited today that you were supposed to come tonight. They have learned to be happy without you and for that I am glad but they miss you also. When you came by to see me tonight it broke my heart because I know you are so confused. I would beg you to stay or bribe you but I refuse to play the game that others are playing with you. I love you and no family picture will ever be complete without you in it my love. I love you and miss you everyday. Love, Mom