Damien oh Damien...

It's Scott R.

I don't know if you remember me. Katie and I were at LaGuardia H.S. together and such good buddies. I was lucky enough to meet you a couple of times over the years, but it has been years, and Katie and I had lost touch, though she had reached out to me- just like Katie, right?

As devastated and heartbroken and truly messed up as I am right now with this news, I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. I'm not sure if you're even still checking these posts. I've reached out to Marilyn as well.

I've started writing a little story to Maggie and Casey, about their mom when she was a teenager. I'd love to send it to you when it's done to take a look at and see if you'd like to share it with them. At the very least, I'd love for you to read it.

I'd also love to see you, meet the kids, and be a general pain in the ass guest for a few hours!

Damien, it sounds so petty to offer, but if there is anything I can do, be it a joke or a song, or helping with groceries or cooking, or singing to the kids, or anything at all, I am here for you and family. I will be donating to Maggie and Casey's college fund. I wish I had more money(!)... but count on me as a friend and supporter for life. For Katie and for you and Maggie and Casey, the honor and pleasure are entirely mine.

Can you send me an email if/when you have a chance?

I am sending you and the kids a ridiculous amount of love and strength.

Always,

Scott