Dylan

My new friend who is also an angel mom,Rach, left a comment about me letting my blog followers know more about Dylan. Where do I begin? I'll do a post myself later with my thoughts but here is the eulogy that Kalen gave at Dylan's funeral.

"Today I have the most difficult but honored privilege of eulogizing a very special little boy. Dylan Zachary Bjurstrom burst onto the scene on July 25, 2003 at a whopping 10lbs 6ozs. Francesca was probably a day or two away from getting her own zipcode. (he added I might even get my own area code because I was HUGE.)
Dylan started life as one of the world's biggest NICU babies. Francesca & I felt kinda silly in the NICU with all these 1/2 lb babies next to our monster bubba. As his father I had the privilege of getting to see & hold Dylan first. As that little man grabbed & held my index finger for the 1st hour of his life, a special unbreakable bond was formed. The next several years of hospitals, medicines, doctors, and seizures were a scary, trying and amazing growth experience for Francesca and I. Fortunately for us, our family because of Dylan was blessed with the most amazing and sometimes not so amazing group of doctors, teachers, therapists, friends, and family members anyone could ever ask for. Some of the people that were brought to us through Dylan's trials we will never forget. Dylan blessed and touched too many people to count or let alone name. Too all those who fall into one of those categories thank you. We love you & Dylan loves you too. Your support and love of both Dylan and Francesca, saved her sanity.
Dylan was many things to many people, but he will always be known for his amazing laugh which could touch any heart or soul. It was the most contagious laugh I have ever heard. In fact to this day he is the only person that had to leave a room because it was so boisterous and loud and awesome that it disrupted the room completely. He will also be remembered for his smile. A huge smile for someone that had so many trials reminded me daily of how lucky and how many blessings I have in my life.
Dylan was an amazingly smart boy. At a young age he found that if he could pretend to fall asleep he could get out of therapy or if he needed mommy to rush to his side. A simple cough or two would do just fine! As limiting as his body was, Dylan always knew what was going on. He had different reactions & responses for different people. He knew when grandpa was going to tickle, or when mommy was gonna kiss him and he made the best side kick laughing on cue each time at all of daddy's jokes. He loved Brianna's special loud kitty sound that only she could make and laugh like a man possessed. He would let you know when it was time to eat or change his pants. Dylan was a happy, funny boy, he always had a smile or a laugh ready to go and was so happy with the little things and sounds, a motorcycle, a plastic bag, Velcro, wrapping paper or a well timed fart noise would send Dylan into a fit of laughter that would require reminders to breathe, bud! Dylan loved music. A connoisseur of classical, pop, kids songs, beastie boys, and especially jazz. It would cause Dylan to kick and wiggle like a cyclist with no bicycle. We were lucky to have Dylan. To take courage & admiration of his strength & appreciate the little things.
The next part Kalen just listed topics to talk about. He then talked about our trip to Disneyland last year, how he loved coming home and seeing Dylan light up with his smile and laugh, how he got to bathe him, put him in bed, fight for him & defend him and that he got to love and care for him.
He then continued.....Take this day to celebrate Dylan. We are all better for knowing him an having him in our lives. I know he is in a better place, no meds, no needles, no hospitals, no seizures and no pain. He is in heaven walking, talking, playing and waiting to be with his family one day together forever and I know in my heart this is true. Finally Dylan has some words of his own. (Kalen said that he felt this is what Dylan wanted to say to Brianna and I).
To Brianna:
Dearest "Nana", I am so proud of you. My big little sister. I really appreciated all the things you did for me. Your patience, devotion and love you have shown me over the years made you the best sister ever. I will never forget how you use to bring me my toys or my "snake" to make me feel better. Or how you would always volunteer to mommy and daddy to get my "cans of food", pump bags, diapers, wipes or how you would help daddy with all my medicines. I love you for always worrying about me, singing to me or trying to help mommy and daddy figure me out when I was loud. Your selfless attitude & willingness to put me first, waiting to eat or going to the park shows a level of love and maturity beyond most people's abilities. Brianna I love you and I will always be in your heart. Love, Dylan.

Dearest Mommy,
It did not matter that I could not talk, because no words could explain the amount of love or depth of my feelings for you. I know you loved me with all your heart. Your love shone through in every kiss, hug, touch, tear and snuggle you gave me. I know raising me wasn't easy and I am sorry for all the frustrations and headaches I caused you. But know I know you loved me. You fought for me, you cared for me,you cherished me and I loved you every second of every minute of everyday that we were together no matter how long or short they seemed. My laughs and smiles were my gift to you. Treasure them always, as I treasured you. I want you to know there is no better honor than being your child and that you are my mommy. I love you and we will be together forever. Love, Dylan.
Please smile because we all know Dylan is.

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