Dear Miller family,
Hello from Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands (Spain). First of all, forgive my english ‘cause it’s not my natural language. I’ll try to do it my best.

I’m a 26 y/o spanish male. And why am I writing this email? I was yesterday surfing the web from site to site and I arrived to the 11-S victim list. I thought that writing a support mail to the family of one victim would be a good way to remind all the victims of these terrible and unforgiving coward acts that changed the world. So I clicked just a link and it was your daughter’s one, Nicole Miller. I spent some minutes in front of my monitor reading the memorial web that you created for her, looking all the pictures, thinking about it all, wishing that this never happen again, and most of all, trying to understand why exist this kind of people and why can’t we live all in peace... but no answer came to me. I was sometines sad, with some kind of feeling in my throath, but sometimes feeling hope ‘cause i’m sure that Nicole lives now in a better place, so far from injustities, pains and cries. Maybe I won’t never be able to know how had you suffered and how much tears have fallen down from your eyes, this past year, but reading your memorial web i have an idea of it.

I hope that you could find the courage to continue carrying on with your own life. My prayers will be you with you and, of course, with Nicole.

Just a last thing... here’s my butterfly for her... i’m sure that it will give her all your love and memories.

to whom this may concern
i do not know who reads this. my name is adam crissey from buffalo ny. nicole miller has touched my life in more ways than one. she was just a stranger to me, but a hero in my heart. my cousin lived one block away from the white house, the prime target. nicole is a hero, and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. rest in peace nicole. what a beautiful website to nicole, thank you. god bless you and your family.

Love Annell

Although I never met her, I feel as if she has become a part of me now.
That was a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

Someone sent me a picture recently that they took of a butterfly. After
reading Nicole's mother's description of the funeral, I feel compelled to
share it with you.

May God bless and comfort your family.

Love and light,
Syndi

God bless you and our nation.

Audrey Canady

I've been thinking deeply about Nicole, before writing
this. I never met her, I live miles and miles away
from where she lived.
I can just tel how special she was, and how much love
she was able to give.
From now on, Nicole and her family and friends will be
remembered in my paryers, her memory won't fade. I
will pass the story on, trying to have as many persons
as possible know about her.
May God greatly bless you all,
Caterina Cambi from Italy

I came across your site through a link on the MSNBC
site. Hard to believe that a whole year has come and
gone. Sept 10 was the last day of life as we knew it.

Although I never had the opportunity to meet Nicole, I
am touched by her story and life. My family has lived
in the San Franscisco Bay Area since 1971 and we just
love it. As a person who has also experienced the loss
of a love one (my mother, an RN at Alexian Bros.
Hospital in San Jose, passed away in 1994 from
cancer), I am very familiar with the pain and agony
that comes with such a loss.

As the years pass and the tears subside, all that we
have left is our precious memories. Cherish those
memories and through them, Nicole will live within you
forever.

My deepest condolences to her family and friends and
to all who have suffered.

MLA
mjr112@yahoo.com

What a beautiful young woman and what a beautiful family, as a father myself I can't begin to imagine the unimaginable grief that your family has been put through by this senseless tragedy. Since I first visited this website 2 days ago, I havent stopped thinking about Nicole and your family. For myself and many people like me who wasnt effected by this tragedy directly, you brought that personal level to me that we all should be feeling since Sept 11th. Thankyou for sharing her with me and the rest of the world, by putting this site on the web you did a truly heroic thing. If heaven for bid I should ever experience a loss like the loss you have experienced I can only hope that I can be as brave as your family is. You are truly heroes to me.

David Love

To the Miller Family:

I unfortunately did not have the pleasure of knowing your daughter, but her story has touched my life and I just wanted you to know, that although it has been a year since you lost her, she is still thought of and remembered. I can't even begin to imagine what her last thoughts were, or the heartache you have felt since her death, but I pray that through faith and God's love, you are able to heal and to know she is in a much better place. I too lost someone close to me through tragedy - my 18 year old brother was killed by a drunk driver on 4th of July a few years ago. I know the pain of losing someone who was young, beautiful and hadn't yet done all those things they set out to do. I do know that time dulls the pain, but we never forget.

Your memories of Nicole touched my heart and I know that she is now one of God's angels.

Love and peace to your family,

Angela & Steven Nichols
San Carlos, CA

Nicole we didn't know you but you where on flight 93 with some of our employees and therefore we wish to pay our tribute to you and your family

nicole our thoughts go to you

to her family
today we are remembering our employees who died that same day as your nicole
therefore we want to pay our respects to you as her family
our thoughts go with you for nicole

with my condolances and regards
Sebastiaan Reedijk
President
International Security And Protection Service
Info@isaps.nl

Hello,
I was surfing the internet to find information on the Flight 93 victims. I came across the flight93.org site and I was looking through the pictures when Nicole's age caught my attention, so I clicked her picture for more and it brought me to this beautiful tribute. I couldn't help but cry as I went through the pages. There's not much I can say, but just know that I pray for all the victim's families. With the one year anniversary being tomorrow I send you much sympathy and prayers. My heart goes out to you, even though I didn't know Nicole.
Sincerely,
*-AdRiAnA-*

Life as we know it is very short, we make our own decisions and choose our destiny, its a shame when someone else takes one of our loved ones from us before their time is up on this earth, I praise all who gave that fighting chance for us and all aboard flight 93 God bless you all.....

Hi there, I don't know Nicole, but I'm the same age and
also grew up in the Silicon Valley/Bay Area. I've gone
to the Right Stuff several times to work, and I wouldn't
be surprised if I saw Nicole around in the past. Your
website has touched me deeply. Nicole seemed like the
kind of girl I'd hang out with all the time. On Sept.
11, my best friend was on a flight going into NY. When
my mom woke me up at 6 in the morning to tell me what
happened, I started panicking. I didn't know if my
friend was on one of those flights. I cried myself to a
frenzy the entire day, I wouldn't go out, I talked to
her parents who couldn't get a hold of her, and
practically gone AWOL until my best friend called me
roughly around 1am that night, telling me she was fine
and landed in Albany. After realizing she was okay, I
still couldn't stop crying, knowing there were so many
other people who lost loved ones. I am truly sorry for
what has happened and your family will continually be in
my prayers. I am thankful that Nicole is under God's
hands, and she's up there with my grandparents and 2
siblings that were lost before I was born. Yet I look
at all these terrible things that have happened, and
know deep down inside, God is always in control. "And
we know that in all things God works for the good of
those who love him, who have been called according to
his purpose."...Romans 8:28 .... God Bless...

Today is September 11, 2002. I just read the leading newspaper here in Manila and found out about Nicole's tribute website. The sadness quickly came to me when I browed through. It's just so overwhelming to know how hard parents do to raise their children, to help them support their dreams and succeed in life. I'm 27 years old and still have a lot of things ahead of me. Nicole made me realized how important it is to live life to the fullest and set goals straight without pessimisms. My respect is all for Nicole... for what she died for.
Aris Soriano
Manila, Philippines

To the Dear Millers,
I did not know Nicole but on the anniversary of that tragic day I stumbled across this beautiful website.
What a wonderful family Nicole had, she had so much love.
I live all the way over the other side of the world in Austraila but when I look at Nicole's picture I know she is the kind of person I would have loved to be friends with. She looks so happy and full of life. I think she must have lived just as much as any other person, she just had to fit it all into 21 years.
Just know that your friends in Australia stand by you and we will never forget all the heroes of September 11. We will never forget people like Nicole.
Jennie (21)

To Nicole's family and friends,
Though I never had the chance to meet Nicole, I feel as though I know her well. I know all her friends, including one that had a tremendously hard time dealing with what had happened. She told me how Nicole was one of her best friends and what a sweet, kind and generous person she was. You can truly see that in her smile. I don't know what I would do if the situation was reversed. I couldn't imagine what I would do without my best friend. Everyday after September 11 certain songs would come on the radio that would remind my friend of Nicole. Now they remind me as well. We have taught ourselves to be happy and smile when we hear them, and sing along so Nicole can hear us. Nicole's picture is happily displayed in the room, to help light the room up. Nicole, God placed you here as an angel and it was time for you to return. I only hope to meet you in heaven. Denise and I love you,

Jenn, San Jose, CA

For some reason when looking at the people that risked their lives for me, I came upon Nicole's name.
I am 23 and I have a daughter that is 3 and a son that is 2. Even though I didn't know Nicole, I feel some way connected to her. I just can't stop crying for her and her family.
Now she is looking down from that BIG BLUE SKY. I am still afraid that the attacks will happen again, and who knows where and when.
So from here in OKLAHOMA, I say "Nicole, fly high with those wings, You are AMERICA'S ANGEL!!!
Delania Ciancio

JDCIANCIO

to nicole's family

hi i'm Ruben from phillipines, i read nicoles story in our local news magazine, though i don't know her nor the family i feel so sad about nicole and it was a lost to the assets of the united state that person like nicole pass away, she was a very beautiful person and probably with a beautiful heart... may the good lord guide her on her way to heaven and may good grace, encouragement and love shines on miller clan..

One year has passed since the first war of the new century began. Since then, the world has changed greatly because of it. All did seem hopeless after the Pentagon hit, but the tide turned in our favor. Nicole Miller evidently had anything BUT a small part in it on Flight 93. She and I were both swimmers in highschool, even though we never even met seeing as how we're from different parts of the country. Nevertheless, we swimmers have to stick together, and we need to have a strong sense of discipline to be able to push ourselves over long distances in the water on the swim teams we were each on.

One year ago today, her team shifted from highschool and college to global. From all I have read about her, and what others have said, I truly believe she was on that plane that morning BECAUSE she had a strong sense of discipline to get things done. Stopping the 4 terrorists HAD to be done, and no doubt she was MORE than willing to do anything she could. I taped the C-SPAN2 LIVE taping of the Ceremony at Shanksville this morning, and the first thing I saw was someone who I believe to be Nicole's father with one of her pins on his jacket. Later, I think I saw her mother wearing her pin close to her right shoulder. There were extreme close-ups of both instances of the pin, thank goodness.

I can't explain it, but I just know that everyone who passed on that morning are still here, just in an astral state. I've had several out-of-the-ordinary instances to me personally which back up my statement.

I have been reading "Among the Heroes", and it seems that, even though we know the final outcome, that the people on that plane were such good people that no other possible combinations of people but them, together, could form the NEW "Dream Team" required to pass this great test. If I were in her shoes, I would have tried to do no less than Nicole did.

The type of actions which took place, and resulted from that plane("laying everything on the line to save the lives of OTHERS") were ideals that I used to see only in comic books, especially Superman, Spiderman, and the original Transformers series of comics. The Autobot's Doctor, Ratchet, sacrificed himself to stop their greatest enemy, but not before reviving 3 of his dearest friends. Nicole and the others did no less. They, like him, saw what had to be done, knowing that they might not make it out alive.

I think the line from Star Trek First Contact "Don't try to be a great man; just be a man. Let history make its own judgements." is more than appropriate for them, for they EMBODIED Ratchet's same sense of responsibility from the comics(which was SUPPOSEDLY for "children"). They KNEW what had to be done, and when times like that happen, it is NOT open for discussion or DEBATE.

For many years, the Autobots, Peter Parker, and Bruce Wayne were my definitions of heroes...Now, Nicole, Todd, Jeremy, CeeCee, Mark, and the others on that plane overshine the characters I just mentioned.

Whatever the future holds, both in personal challenges and global challenges, I'll face it down, as I have done incalculable times in the past.

Again, if anyone wants to, feel free to email me, and I hope this new email helps.

To Cathy Stefani: I'm still coming out, I'm just not sure when at this time.

Jimmy C.
Scific1258@aol.com

It was one year ago today that I got the news about Nicole. I still can't
believe it has been one year since this tragedy. I played softball with
Nicole and was on the Pioneer Swim Team with her. There is not a day that
goes by that I don't think about her. I can remember her smile and her
laugh everytime we would ride together to softball games. She loved my
mom's cookies and would smile so big at the sight of them. Nicole, you are
a hero to everyone who knows you and I am so thankful to have had the
opportunity to know you. Today, I wore a picture of you pinned to my shirt
in your memory. May you rest in peace and remain that bright, joyful,
beautiful person you were on earth, in Heaven. May your family have
strength and continue to live on with your spirit. Thank you for being so
courageous.

Lisa Francisco

Dear Nicole's Family,

I don't know what to say, or how to begin....
I just want you to know that you are in my prayers today..& I hope that time
has helped to ease the pain of losing someone so special to you and others.
I didn't know Nicole personally..but I used to work with a close friend of
hers, Ryan Brown.
One day I was talking to my apt manager,..( I just recently moved in ) and
she said.."Did you know that one of the heroes of Sept 11th, used to live
here in your apt"?
When she said Nicole Miller..I was in shock. I said.." I used to work with
her friend Ryan Brown", and she once lived here too?"
It was amazing, because I had told my manager that a few nights before...I
had the strangest dream..and in my dream, I felt like there was a presence
in my apt...I just cant explain it.
I feel so connected to her, even though we never met.
I am going to go to Home Depot today, and I am going to buy a plant or some
flowers..and I am going to plant them in a little pot, and place it out on
the balcony...in honor of her. The same balcony that I am sure Nicole looked
out from every day..with the Redwoods and Maples trees out in front.
She will live in my heart forever, as I am sure she lives in yours.

All my love, and God bless you.

Laurella Gilbreath
Sunnyvale, CA

Rob Garrett
Apex, North Carolina.

I didnt think today was going to effect me this much. After going through the tributes, not only are they extremely heartfelt but also so beautiful that I broke down in tears. I've also recently lost someone close to my life, I want you to know that I know how you feel and as time goes by, it will only get better. Time flies.... "ONLY TIME WILL TELL." Just know that Nicole will always be watching over you and now you have a permanent guardian angel.. GOD BLESS. Please take care each other because I know NICOLE is in a better place and she doesnt want to see her loved ones cry.

Sincerely,

Michelle Lin

For over a year we have seen stories of the firemen and policemen lost on 9/11. You do not realize how many beautiful women were lost on that tragic day until you review all the photographs of the trade towers and highjacked airliners.

Nicole was truly a beautiful young women. So sad and so tragic.

David
Savannah, Ga

Merci pour ce site, n’oubliez jamais.

I wanted to let you know that I watched the telivision all morning long.. Your site has touched me so greatly.. I am Nicole's age, and would like to speak with you, if possible. I live in Front Royal, Virginia; and see Nicole as a sort of guardian angel.. Please contact me if possible.. I would like to speak with you...God Bless, and just know that she is dancing amongst the stars with all the others lost...

terriberry@adelphia.net

I know that I don't know Nicole, but the Web site that you did in her
memory is very nice and spiritual. She's in a much better place and you'll
will meet up with her, I have faith in that. She's probably looking down and
is touch by the way you'll are doing stuff to remember her by. Take care and
god bless the family of Nicole.

Charity Trosclair

I feel as though I know her so well after reading this wonderful website,
so many beautiful messages.

I feel as though were connected ....

On September 11th Kauai was devastated with Hurricane Iniki, 10 years ago
today, and one year ago today we lost Nicole. Today we share this special
day.....we are both survivors of a tragedy ours brought on my nature yours
by mankind. But we need to remember to " Be Strong " for the dear lord is
there for us.

I too have a daughter of 21 years, her name Natalia "Nicole" amazing
there's another connection.... I spend today at work but unable to work
just thinking of the many families experiencing the same feelings today. We
may be clear across the ocean but Hawaii definitely loves all of you and
you are in our thoughts and prayers. Everyone's a hero on Flight 93 but and
in reading all the bios Nicole's jumped out at me and I know she was a
fighter until the end she was definitely LOVED.

God's Blessings To Your Family Today & Always!

Love & Aloha From Kauai

Aloha Li
*~~*~~*
Liani Suniga

My name is Justin Stacey. I am on active duty in the US Air Force.
Over the course of the past year, I have served nearly half of it overseas in support of the war on terrorism. Every second I am away from my family is a little more difficult to bear. However, I am so very proud to be a part of an effort to retaliate against something such as terrorism. Each time I am reminded of the events of Sept. 11, 2001, I am filled with
anger...anger towards the individuals responsible for such heinous acts. I stumbled upon your tribute website for Nicole just a few minutes ago. This is the first time I have ever actually surfed the net and tried to learn more about those lost on this day last year, simply because it is very hard
on me because of how close my family and I have always been. After viewing Nicole's site, I am so thoroughly reminded of why I do what I do. I also knew that I must write to you and tell you how much this site motivates me.
I am eager to volunteer to go back overseas knowing that it's the least I can do to stand up for people just like Nicole who were taken from us. Of all the people lost in that tragic day, I now know Nicole better than anyone else. I am one of 1000's involved in the war on terrorism, but I can promise you my next successful mission will be dedicated to Nicole Miller.
Again, I just want to thank you so much for reminding me of the importance of my duties. Before I close, I want you to know that I will keep your family in my prayers and if there is anything I could possibly do or any questions I could answer please feel free to email me at justin.stacey@tinker.af.mil I would love to hear back from someone if you have a chance and if you would like, I have an American Flag I flew with over Afghanistan on my last tour. I was saving it to give to someone very deserving and I believe I have found just the right people. Thank you!!!

Most Sincerely,

Justin Stacey

9/11/02

To Nicole's Loving Family,

I have never met you nor have I ever known Nicole. I am 23 years old I seem to have some things in common with your daughter. My Birthday is also in March, and I love Chai tea!! I know that sounds so corney, but I would love to put a smile on your face today! I can't get over the overwheling love you have for you daughter and sister. Reading this, I forever was crying, I know my mom and I had some rough times together I could not imagine my life without her. I am sure Nicole knows what you are doing and loves you more for it. One day you and your daughter will be together again. Happy as always. Cherish all the moments you have with your other two children , they need you more than ever. Your daughter will truly be missed, I am so sorry for your loss I wish I could be there and give you all a big hug! My thoughts and prayers are with you and this nation that lost someone on September 11th. My husband is in the military fighting this war for your daughter and all of America.
Peace be with you,
Jennie Riedl
Mountain Home, ID

Love Always,
The Midkiff Family

Ps. The website was awsome you did a good job on it.

The dedication was brilliant. Hundreds of people came to pay tribute to Nicole and Mark, and to all those affected by that day. The Color Guard performed it's ceremony while the bagpipes played, overlooking her small garden shaded by huge Oak trees. I felt so honored to be there, knowing that the rest of the country was paying its respects as well. Of course, things always get emotional when those bagpipes play.

I was walking back to my car, in a zoned-out contemplative mood, when a titanic wave of emotion came over me, causing me to cry just slightly uncontrollably. The intensity of the emotion was new for me - not in the sense that it was the most intense, just very different than anything I've ever felt. I think it was Nicole.

Nicole is a very, very special person. Her family should be very proud, as I know they are. I will never forget Nicole, in fact, I'll think of her often. She is my hero. Thanks Nicole.

Tom

"Sept 11, 2002

My mind runs rampant. It is a fairly distressing thing. Been glued to the TV since 9am. Was glued to the radio since 8. 365 days have began and ended since the destruction of illusion. We believed we were safe. We believed we were ‘above it all’. But all it took were a handful of people, a few blades and the resolve of madmen. Death shouldn’t be so easy.

Nicole Miller. She’s where it all started. A girl I would have never given a second look at in life. Maybe, had we met, I’ve have dismissed her. Maybe she would have dismissed me as being ‘odd’. After all; how many from our age can understand combat boots with tuxes? But regardless of my guesses at what ‘might have happened’, the story needs to be told. Not just Nicole’s, but everyone who was butchered that day. The living can tell their tale still. The dead need a voice of their own. They were robbed of theirs’.

A few months back while surfing the Web, I came across www.nicolemillermemorial.com; A heartwarming site about a 21 year old girl who perished in the Sept 11, 2001 crash in PA. I loved it and hated it all at the same time. It was nice to know this girl was loved so much by so many people, but I hated how much it hurt to get close to a complete stranger. I use the term close VERY loosely. I felt sadness for her loved ones. I felt loss and pain through their words. People often believe "Out of sight, out of mind". This web page gave me sight. Nicole became real to me. No longer someone’s name on a list of ‘in the wrong place at the wrong time’. She had a name. She, at one time, had a voice.

So in this, I began thinking about the others. Thousands who died in this mockery of decency. Then it began to take a form. It became an idea. I will be their voice. Or more accurately; I will give them a voice to the world they lost. I will do this for them. I will do this for the ones they loved and the ones they left behind. I will do this for the ones who are yet to come who will want to know. I will do this for husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, children, grandchildren and friends. I will do this for America and I will do this for the world.

Starting today, I will begin a Trust. I will dedicate any and all free time and energy I have to preserving the memories of these people. Photographs and home movies. Feelings and thoughts of their family and friends. I will collect, preserve and give to those who want it a chance to know our lost.

I’m insane. But at least I’m insane with a purpose.

Thanks Nicole. "

When I wrote this, I said I was going to lock it away as I went about my work and share it with no one. But after reading it a few times I realized it would be inappropriate. Im sorry if the spelling is slightly off but it hasnt been spellchecked or changed since I hammered it out this afternoon.

As I said only a few hours ago, I have begun that Trust. Within the next two weeks, we will be launching an organization to preserve digitally the memories of those lives lost, at no cost to the families. We will be collecting and digitally restoring home videos, photographs, holiday cards, letters and more. Practically anything we can acquire (on loan from families and friends) will be preserved and made available of these lost heroes.

In less than one day we have acquired the idea, most of the equipment and the technology to make certain these memories are preserved not only for us of today, but for those of future generations who will ask the question "Who were they?" Mr. and Mrs. Miller, we dedicate this project to Nicole. We invite you and anyone with questions, comments and interest to contact me at my personal email address, until the web site is up and running fully. We will not let them be forgotten!

AJ Marino - catpyre@nc.rr.com

Please keep in mind that Nicole is remembered as a hero in this tragedy. The entire country (and world) feels your sorrow and mourns with you. Our family is praying for you and wanted to send a message of hope as well as our condolences. God bless you and your family from all of us in our family - Troy, Jody, Taylor, Rylie and Joseph Beach The photo below is from the memorial tree planting in Chico, CA (My husband, Troy, is in the yellow planting the tree and my daughter, Rylie is the little one in the pink coat. Rylie's middle name is Nicole).

I can't tell you how sorry I am. Nicole was a beautiful young woman with a lot going for her. I am a freshman in college and am doing a paper on Nicole and September 11 for English Class. My thoughts and prayers are with you on this mournful day. May Nicole rest in peace, and may you find peace and understanding in this time of grief.
Sincerely,
Amanda Collison

Sincerely and Greatfully Yours,
Joe Bocchino

sincerely your friend,
Tania Sword
(orginally from New Zealand)

Kymberlie R. McGuire
Houston, Texas

*Grace*
09/11/02
San Mateo County, CA

Remember her in your heart.

I am so sorry!

I am an Indian boy working in Mumbai(formerly Bombay). My Heartfelt sympathies to you, your wife and other members of your family.

God has got another soldier in his ranks today. She is an Angel in heaven today. I know how it feels to lose a child at such a young age. I love you and your family.

I pray to god to give you and your family solace and comfort in these trying times.

There is a time difference of about 14 hrs between the US and India. So when I received the news flash on my computer. It was between 6.00 or 7.00 in the evening.

I was watching the live coverage on Fox TV right uptil 3:00 in the morning(Indian Standard Time). I was just so stunned by the tragedy of this magnitude, and cried everytime people wept on the streets of N.Y.

We the people of India share your grief.

God be with you. And remember that the daughter you love is storming heaven today with God, and looking at you with loving eyes thanking you for the loving times that she spent on earth with her beautiful family.

Leonard

To Nicole's family, there are no words to describe how you must feel. I only hope that you will forever have such wonderful memories of a wonderful
girl, Nicole.

God bless!

Jane P.
Boston Massachusetts

Well here it is, one year later, Sept. 12th, 2002 to be exact. I went to a
candle light vigil last night and thought about you constantly. Not sure
if you remember me or not but I sure remember you....everyday I think about you in some way or another. Whether it's a balloon in the sky like the ones released at your beautiful wake or a song on the radio. Tears well up in my eyes whenever I hear "I hope you dance" and I'd be lying if I told you I didn't get emotional when I found this site and heard that song coming through my PC while thinking of your sister's beautiful words at your wake. Kelly and I got married only one short month after your passing and I want you to know I hold her a little tighter each night we have together because of what you and the other HEROES of Flight 93 sacrificed for us that fateful day in Pennsylvania. God, it's so strange that I feel so connected to you after only barely knowing you but I do. My heart aches everyday and I have to say, I've never felt this way. I've lost family
members and sure, the pain is there but it fades. What is it? Then one
day it hit me. I can honestly say that I have had the HONOR, the PRIVILEGE, of knowing one of this country's FINEST heroes that will ever be documented in our great history. YOU are everything I want to be and hope my children to be. You are with me when I look at a flag, when I speak my mind, when I do what I want to do because I am an AMERICAN! God be with you in heaven and know that we all love you Nicole. Look after us and I'll never forget what you've given up for us.

To Nicole's family.......peace be with you and I know you already know this but your daughter's death was not in vain. She will ALWAYS be remembered by America as a hero.

To Ryan.......I know it hurts broh but keep your chin up and aim straight.
Being a Marine is a great honor and I respect and honor you as a protector of my freedoms as well. You and Nicole are heroes in your own right.

Keegan M. Warner
blkhawk303@yahoo.com

Sincerely,

Cindy Bouakadakis

Words cannot describe how we feel for all of you. We have a very deepfelt love and loss for you and wish you peace and happines in your future. We remember Nicole as being such a sweet and wonderful girl with very many friends and family that loved her deeply.
How can something terrible happen to someone so wonderful. How much we know she will be missed. I am hoping this will help to you to know how much we
really care and help you along thru any troubled times.

MEMORIES

It has been a year today,
since the Lord took your little girl away.
We feel very sad because you see
we know how much she meant
to everyone in her family.
What can we do
to mend your broken hearts
please let us know
just a start.
Faith and love can heal away
the greiving that we see here today.
But noone knows how you really feel
we try to understand
it's so sereal.
So we'll just remember
how she was
her simple smile,
her ambiguous love.
For all we know
and all we do
faith is the way
to get us thru.
Life goes on
and so must we
it's not fair at all
to any family.
Yesterday was a memory,
tomorrow a dream
We will live day to day
precious as can be.
For one never knows
what lies ahead
or what will be done
or what will be said.
The Lord giveth
The Lord taketh
love to all
Love besaketh.

by Susan Kauffman

Take care, and God Bless you all!!

The Kauffmans
Lenny, Susan, and Ashleigh