What started as a morning job turned into so much more when I met Gunnar and the Bickhardt Family. Gunnar and I had a connection from day one and I fell more and more in love with him every day. Anyone that met him instantly fell in love with his personality, and obviously fell in love with the hair too. We bonded over Disney movies, songs, puzzles, hide and seek, and so much more. The more days I spent with him the stronger our bond was. He was the Lightening McQueen to my Mator. Through the crazy covid years of us all being in the house, physical therapy at home, speech at home, and the many challenges he had to overcome through his life, he always did it with a smile and a laugh. His laugh and smile were infectious. Every time I walked into the house Gunnar came running and greeted me with open arms, a huge hug, and of course led me right to the playroom.
I was fortunate enough to learn so much from him in the four short years he was with us and he gave me something I never thought I would get from a child. He gave me the belief that I could be a mom. He gave me the joy of seeing a child success. The joy of life through a child’s eyes to never take anything for granted. The abundance of love radiated from him and everyone knew it. I miss him so much everyday but hold each memory I shared with him close to my heart. He has left an impact on my heart, my life, my vision of the future, and that life is too short to worry about the small things.
We shared such a special bond and I will cherish that and him forever. Not a day goes by that I do not think about him, say one of his little sayings, hear his little accent, laugh, and give thanks for the amazing memories we got to share together. I will cherish them and you forever.
I have and will always love you Gunnar.
Love you forever angel <3

Love always,

Your “A-may-may”