Seven years ago, our lives changed in a way we could never have imagined. In the midst of deep sorrow, our son gave a gift that reached far beyond our grief. Through his donation of lungs and kidneys, he became a source of life and hope for others. Though his time with us was far too short, the compassion he carried continues to ripple outward in ways that remind us every day of who he was.

Planting this forget-me-not in his memory is a small but meaningful way to honor a life that still blooms in others. These flowers symbolize remembrance, love, and enduring connection—just as his legacy does. In every breath taken and every life sustained because of him, there is a quiet, powerful continuation of his story.

We remember his kindness, his spirit, and the light he brought into our world. While we carry the weight of missing him, we also carry pride in the selfless decision that turned loss into life. On this Donor Remembrance Day, we honor not only what we lost, but what he gave—an everlasting gift that will never be forgotten.