Daniel and I shared what would come to be his last Christmas together, even across the miles between California and Texas. We exchanged fun gifts, and meaningful ones as well. Lately Ive been grabbing onto a Christmas bear that he sent me, as I know he touched it, and find some comfot in that. We laughed and talked on the phone that CHristmas day, and ironically, he sent my gifts in a box COVERED in duct tape...before Id received the package, I personalized a Christmas stocking for him, and cutting up silver duct tape, I put his name on  it and 2 hearts, all duct tape decorations. He sent me a heating pad to go over my shoulders and neck, as I have pain there a lot, and he'd sent me a "hug"...I still have it, though I think I may have burned it out. He and I enjoyed so much about each other, no matter the distance between us. This Christmas will not be the same, but I know that he'll be around, as already he has visited me in dreams. I miss my friend, as he always had something encouraging to say, and was extremely thoughtful...he even included treats for my doggies in the Christmas gift...Daniel, I love you my dearest friend, and I'll always know that no matter what, you're with me...you live in my heart and memories, and until we meet again my friend...death does not change the love I feel for you, or from you. You made sure as best you could, that anyone who befriended you knew how much they were and are loved by you. Love is the only thing that death does not take with it...so to my Tejas Angel, I'll see you on that otherside someday.

i can remember going to home coming with james andy and daniel they lookedlike they were just the coolest ever. they posed and just made me laugh and we all had a great time. i remember so many good things about daniel and i dont have alot of space to say all of it but the memories i do have of him of the 18 years i have known him they can never be repladed or lost. i am proud to have had a part of daniels life and have known he has touched alot of peoples life. you could not have asked for a better friend, son, brother or whatever part of your life he was it was a blessing