Hello Dave,

I have to say that I have been following Irene and you as you have battled this disease.  My admiration for you two is off the charts.  I am not sure why we have not e-mailed or called especially after all you did when I was down with the heart thing.  We have been in prayer throughout Irene’s ordeal.  There are many out there who I am sure like us are (silently praying and agonizing over what you are going through).  I have to say that what the Lord has been teaching you and how He has been faithful to sustain you has been inspirational.  I wish only that I had some words of substance to help in some way.  Irene is an amazing woman and as you say one of a kind.  So sweet and kind but so strong as well.  The peace of God really does pass all understanding.

Please tell Irene her prayers for Neil have been answered.  He and Jen (his girlfriend of 10 years off and on) will be married next week.  He is the most personable, loving and kind man you can find.  He works for ADT and is # 5 in the western US and in the top 30 in the whole US.  They live in Danville.  He knows the Lord and wants kids right away and to start going to church again.  Jenn is the best and feels the same way.  Marla always remembers Irene’s prayers and encouragement for Neil.  Irene always believed in Neil when others did not.

You two are admired and loved by so many more people than you can even imagine.  May He hold you in His arms.

With Love

David Sailer