The young man is Josh. On a Friday evening last fall, Josh was hit by a car while walking home from a school event. News of Josh's accident spread quickly and everyone was in shock. We often give lip service to the idea that life is precious, that things can change in an instant - when something terrible happens to someone you know the news is always surprising and it hits hard.
In the days and months that followed Josh's accident, family and friends were kept informed of his condition and progress via Caringbridge an online service that offers "free, personalized websites that support and connect loved ones during critical illness, treatment and recovery." You can see Josh's story here. His story is one of courage and strength. His story is also one of love and support from family, friends and a community of people touched by Josh's positive spirit.
The party was held on the one year anniversary of Josh's accident. His mom told me that she had mixed feelings about having the party on the exact anniversary of the accident. However, when the day of the party came, it seemed absolutely appropriate. The love and support of family and friends was overwhelming and a difficult day was turned into a celebration of life.
Life is Good was the theme for the day. Love, friendship and thankfulness were abundant as was good food, good music and good times. Allen of Dinner My Way cooked up some wonderful food and Rendezvous with Cool Beans kept the party rockin' with great music.
Special thanks to Caringbridge, UC Davis Medical Center, Children's Miracle Network, Adventure Christian Chrurch of North Natomas, Rendezvous with Cool Beans and Dinner My Way of Natomas.
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