After 17 years I don’t have you, but I do have my memories and each one brings me such joy. Today, because it is so close to Christmas, I am remembering when you were 17, a senior in high school, and we gave you your red truck and letterman’s jacket for Christmas. I don’t know who was more excited, but I do remember you just couldn’t wait to drive somewhere. I am so happy I have a picture of you wearing your jacket and standing in front of your truck. I love and miss you more than anyone can possibly imagine.

🎂Happy 43rd Birthday! You are missed and loved so much…💔

It has been 16 years! You were only 26, so very young. I miss all that we could have shared, especially your future happiness in finding a wife and having children. A day doesn’t go by that I don’t remember a happy time we shared, and my heart breaks once again knowing I will never be able to share anything new with you. I love you, Cory.💔

Happy 42nd Birthday! It is incredible how quickly the years have passed. I love you and miss you so much.💔

I miss my best friend. My son who I named after you has all the spirit and tenacity that you had. I need you so much in my life sometimes, and I’m just left questioning why are you not here.

I miss you so very much! Although I have learned to live my life without you in it, the pain in my heart is sometimes overwhelming, even after 15 years. Christian and I played Catan yesterday, had Chaparro’s for dinner, and watched War of the Worlds, all in remembrance of you. I love you Sweet Cory.

Happy Birthday Precious Son! You would have been 41 today, and it is so hard to believe you have not been here to celebrate 15 of those birthdays. Time does not lessen the pain not having you here with us. I love and miss you so much.💔

Fourteen years today - such a long time without seeing your funny face, as you played a joke on me, and hearing your laughter. We always had so much fun together. I miss and love you so much.❤️⚽️

Happy birthday, Cory ! It's so strange that I remember your birthday after all these years, considering we only knew each other for a short time. In that time, you left a big impact on me, and it's devastating that you're not here anymore. I still think of you so fondly. Sending homemade choco chip cookies up to you on your special day. 🍪💝

Today is christy’s 40th. Crazy to think that we would all be turning 40 this year. A lifetime of friendship. I was talking about you the other day and cracking up about the time I made you barf after eating Dairy Queen. 🤣 Keepinf making us smile and laugh!❤️