"My first thought is courage. You have this strength that shows in everything you do. The other is growth. When I look at you I see someone who has grown so much. You are wiser, calmer, more peaceful. You are special to me my friend. One of the first things I told Katy about you was something that I will never forget. You came to see me when I was in chemo. You sat at the end of the couch where I was laying. You took my foot from under the covers and gave me a foot rub? Do you remember that? I tear up every time I think of that act of kindness and compassion. I can't put a word to that to describe you. I know that whatever you put your mind to, you will accomplish"