The next day Mary asked to see each of her children separately. As she had done so many times before. Mary always knew her children needed their own time with her, without any distractions. To focus on just them.

She started with Jamie. Jamie being the youngest crawled right into her bed beside her, snuggled on her chest, letting her hold him tight. She couldn't talk very well, it made her very tired and weak, so instead she had written a letter to each of the kids. She wanted them to read each letter aloud, then they would have it to keep as a final gift from her.

My sweet Jamison,
You were my little surprise monster. I never thought I was going to have you. You Jamie, are my miracle. The past 11 years with you has made my life complete. You were the missing piece to our family puzzle, and I love you more then you could possibly know. You have such a strong sense of humanity in you Jamison. I want you to keep that. Always see the good in people. Don't get caught up in all the bad that this family talks about. Please baby, use your goodness for more than wearing blue. I love my family, and wouldn't change anything about them, but for you my Jamie, I want more. A doctor. A lawyer. A priest. Anything that will keep you, YOU. Jamie, anytime you feel like you need mama, go to Linda or Erin. They might be your sisters, but while you're still young, they can guide you and love you like your mama would. Be more than brothers with the boys, let them be your friends. Brothers can be your best friends in life. They will always be there for can protect each other. Lean on each other. Be good to your daddy, especially when you're becoming a teenager and he is trying to keep you safe. Always remember the things he says and does are to keep you safe. We love you and don't want anything to happen to you. My precious baby, I wish I could be there to watch you grow, but I know you will make me proud. You already do, everyday.

I love you sweet Jamie.

Forever and ever.

Mama

Both Mary and Jamie were crying by the time he reached the end of the letter. He laid at his mother side until his father came in to take over. Frank gave Mary a few minutes alone before sending Joe in to see her.