One of my favorite memories I have with my dad is when I was with him and I got to ride on an elephant.  I do not remember what was going on, but I do remember riding on an elephant.  I thought that was the coolest thing.  I don't know if my mom knew anything about this, but I am thankful for this fun memory that I made with my dad.

 I remember a time that Adrianna, mom, and I were at JCPenny and we got on the elevator to go look at clothes.  As the elevator began to move, it suddenly stopped.  None of us were happy about this and those little lights installed in the ceiling, seemed to be beating down on us.  I remember thinking how hot it was in there and that it seemed awfully small.  Luckily we weren't stuck in there for too long.  After that experience, we were not anxious to get in an elevator any time soon.

 When my mom passed away her best friend and her family sent us a peace lily plant.  On the card there was a quote, "Those that live in the Lord never see each other for the last time."  This quote has become one of my favorites.  The words are simple and the meaning is true.  Even though I know it is a true statement, the human side of me wishes I could have had more time with my mom.