Hey Kim,  my name is John
                                               and I am a boat-a-holic  

I would have been out there for a few hours Sunday w/o the boat just to meet up with some of the newer members that I haven't met face to face like Ken.  First off, again let me express my condolences and continuing prayers for your family.   This truly was a tragedy of epic proportions.   If the family was sent to either Inland Valley Regional, Loma Linda, or RivCommHosp  I have family that has or does work in all those ER's.   I am in awe of their skills and work ethic.

Anyway, as I had the worst case of stomach flu ever, instead this weekend,  I didn't make it out.   Would it be possible to post a pic of Ken and/or the rest of the family, so we can see who we are talking about?   When he does get better, I want to know who it is that I am beating at horseshoes     I spend waaaay too much time around local lakes, and I am sure we will cross paths someday.  At least I hope to . . .

 X 10 on all the above...My thoughts and prayers are with you..............

I just got home and read this terrible news...I am so sorry for this tragic loss, I don't have the words.

I just came home from working out of my normal area and have not seen my kids for three weeks and read this. The lump in my throat is the size of a baseball...

Please post the details of the services if you feel it is appropriate, it would be appreciated. God speed little boater, you will be missed terribly.

You guys are awesome 

GT

Brad, Kim, anybody . . .  maybe I missed it but is there an address where we could send cards or cookies or sumpin'?

This is where we are at right now for donations.

Initials   Amount
BM      $100.00
JU      $20.00
GW      $100.00
RL      $100.00
DB      $25.00
JH      $103.00
P      $100.00
BM      $100.00
MA      $50.00
DG      $40.00
SH      $10.00
SS      $20.00
KG      $40.00
RB      $100.00
JG      $100.00
BM      $100.00
CJ      $100.00
BJ      $5.00
JM      $25.00
GA      $100.00
MH      $25
MF      $10
RB       $300
JV       $25
KP       $25

Total Donations   $1,723.00
Stickers           $11.00
Shirts            $4.00

This is not including the money to be made in the auction, this is only donations sent into SCJB to be forwarded to the Nelson Family. There is several of you who I know who donated directly to the Lucas fund account.

I want to personally thank everyone for helping out.

Also, if you haven't had a chance to donate, its not too late....lets keep this going!

God bless you and Your's...I am a Father too...My best for you all.  Beautiful pictures

Ken as a parent My hart goes out to you and you family just hang in there and take each day as a new day one step at a time God Bless you and your  

$100.......sent to the bank today, from way up here in Reno, Nevada......God bless the family

Over use the words "I love you"

Never say "I'm too busy"

We only get one chance

My seven year old just sat down with me to talk about this tragic accident.  He walked into his room and came back out with his allowance to give away.  Boy was I choked up!  God speed little guy

I just received the following email with the service information for Luke....

ken,
my girlfriend lonnie and i will be there for the services.
You are in our prayers!
chris

Ken and Kim,

   I am not sure why I feel the need to be there at the service tomorrow but I do.  Two years ago we lost my niece, at 17 she died in her sleep.  After months the coroner gave up trying to figure out why.  She was a special girl, the perfect kid.  Over 700 people came to the funeral and people are still posting on her MySpace and FB sites.   Yesterday my best friend called and tells me that HIS 19 yr old nephew died in his sleep.   To the family he was everything.
   With support and love for each other, the Nelson family will get through this, I know it.  There is so much positive energy and prayer directed towards your family right now that that is the only possible outcome.  It will seem very dark right now, but in time the pain will diminish and you will be able to focus on what lies ahead for you.  Love your spouse and kids all the more, laugh and enjoy everyday with them and keep yourselves open to the good things that life will have to offer you.   I know things are awfully painful right now, but it is remarkable how at times like these you will find strength and love that you had no idea was there.   I will continue to pray for anyone who has lost a child, and please know you are not alone.       John

That's awesome b-rad glad you got to make it there, and represent all of us so to speak! also to GC and MBlack!