Recognized

Our ward always does a Senior Recognition Night for Mutual the week of graduation.  Each senior has their own table, to display what means most to, and represents, them.  Most bring the poster they displayed in Seminary.  We were asked by Sister Edvalson if we would display Caden.  We took the poster I'd made, his Scriptures, his Eagle Scout neckerchief, and Mira's first collar.  Zachary Bagley brought the football that I gave to him from Caden the Christmas after he passed away. 

*When Caden was told that he'd get to take up the front row (usually reserved for Seniors) he at first only planned on inviting Zachary.  I encouraged him to invite all friends from the ward, so he did, but the only one he really wanted by his side was Zachary.  During the game, the football coach came to Caden and presented him with a #15 Jersey and the football.  As Christmas approached, I felt compelled many times that Zachary needed to have the football.  I'm convinced Caden prompted me, because as soon as I dropped off the wrapped gift, I felt relief.  They shared a special friendship.

I still cannot believe that he would be 18, would have graduated, but actually died.  I just can't believe it!