Lisa M. Buske's Blog, page 87

Thank You Derek VanLuchene and Jon Leiberman

Last night I had the honor to represent Heidi with Jon Leiberman and Derek VanLuchene on a live Spreecast, "Who Abducted Heidi Allen?" God works in mysterious ways, Derek and I met a couple years ago at a Ride for Missing and Exploited Children in the Mohawk Valley, New York. This past year, while riding on the bus and weathering the stormy weather, the families of the missing got to know each other a little better. 

It was on this bus ride, in May of 2014, that Derek invited me to be on his and Jon's Spreecast to share about Heidi. I agreed and asked if we could wait until July or August when school was out. After school let out, we firmed up a date, never expecting or knowing how events would unfold at the latter part of July. I had a decision to make, to keep my scheduled interview or postpone. 

Looking below, you know we kept our date. Last night's spreecast was about Heidi Allen, an eighteen year old girl, kidnapped from her place of employment on Easter Sunday, 1994. She remains missing today. This hasn't changed in the past few weeks. The truth is, Heidi was kidnapped and REMAINS MISSING! As long as she is missing, as her sister, I will do my little part to keep her name, memory, and disappearance on the hearts and minds of those I cross paths with.
Spreecast is the social video platform that connects people.
Check out Who Abducted Heidi Allen? on Spreecast. God created the opportunity to meet Derek and while we both lost our siblings to kidnapping, God is also using both our losses to help others. Derek is founder of Ryan United and strives to help others.
Derek and I have something else in common, the role we represent while at the Ride for Missing Children. We each had our sibling kidnapped. Derek's brother Ryan, was kidnapped, sexually assaulted, and murdered on August 31, 1987 at the age of eight. My sister, Heidi, disappeared on April 3, 1994, and remains missing. We both lost that special bond, brother-to-brother, and sister-to-sister, yet in its place...drive, determination, and hope to help others no it's possible to survive. 

Please visit Derek's site, Ryan United, to read more about his brother Ryan, and the family's mission to make a difference in the lives of others. I'm blessed by our friendship and watching how God uses Ryan and his family to encourage others, especially me.

Thank you Derek and Jon for sharing Heidi with your viewers ~ may this help to bring her home. I enjoy watching your Spreecasts. Your compassion and concern for the missing and their families is refreshing. Thanks for being you. Be sure to watch the Spreecast and visit Ryan United...
Links provided with the photos too.

Families of the missing can't give up...Always Hope.

Thank you for remembering Heidi and 
sharing this blog to increase awareness of Ryan United!

To ? or Not to ?...Have you asked yourself this question?

Some might be trying to figure out what I mean, while others might have already filled in the blanks. As you read the following question, replace the question mark with the word "blank". 

For instance, "To blank, or not to blank" Over the past couple weeks I've asked myself this question a few times, my blank, is the word "blog". 

To blog or not to blog...a reflective thought? A question? A statement? 

Why am I asking myself such a silly question when I know how much I enjoy sharing with all of you each day. 

Why would I stop doing something others find comfort, solace, encouragement, and hope in? 

What does my blog really have to do with the grand scheme of life? 

Would anyone even notice if I stopped blogging? 

HOLD THE PHONE SISTER! Talk about a lot of negative thoughts and back sliding. Have you read Where's Heidi? One Sister's Journey yet? Have you heard me speak at one of your churches, libraries, or events? If so, you probably see why the all caps and bold to hold the phone, right?

I spent more than a decade following my only sister's kidnapping hiding, fearful, and doubtful...with a negative attitude to boot. This is not a healthy or happy condition to live one's life in.  Recent media attention and court document filed have our entire community on the edge of their seats again. Heidi's disappearance seems to be the discussion in the grocery store, department stores, and even while putting gas in my car. 

Excerpt from Where's Heidi? One Sister's Journey
     "Over the years I have heard, “I can’t imagine how you or your family can survive after Heidi’s kidnapping.” My response is usually, “We have to.” I realized a lot happened in our life unrelated to Heidi’s kidnapping, investigation and the trials of those charged as I organized my notes for this book. My purpose in including this piece in the book is to witness to you. It is not only possible, it is necessary, to triumph in spite of tragedy. God is not responsible for my sister’s kidnapping. God did not kill my cousin. He held them in his arms so they were not alone.

            Each time I added another event or death to my list, it became more difficult to keep them organized so I developed the timeline. I am overcome with grief and amazement at the same time when I read this list. It makes sense I missed my friend’s wedding or didn’t make it to calling hours for a friend’s loss. I was immersed in death and darkness. “Was” is the key word.

            I am so thankful for the child who proclaimed with boldness, “Mrs. Buske, you need Jesus.” He was right. I could not have come through this without God on my side."

What does this have to do with my question, "To blog or not to blog?"? Quite a bit actually. Twenty years ago, computers were just becoming popular. Today, almost everyone has a cellular phone that serves as both phone and mini computer tucked into their purse or pocket. New stories are readily available with some (my husband included) getting a "ding" update when a story is breaking for different news agencies. 

This has both positives and negatives. A positive is when you think about how quickly a missing child's photograph is disseminated because of this new technology. A negative, to the family waiting, praying, and hoping...sometimes the news update hits before all family can be notified or brought up to date. 

Another positive, our easy access to the Internet and news makes it possible to share breaking news with the friends or family we think might be interested. The negative, sometimes these conversations while sharing occur when someone related to, a friend of, or directly involved with the breaking story are within ear shot. 

This was one reason I curled myself into a ball and tried to stay away from people as much as possible in the initial years, if not decade. When stories broke or updates happened, I didn't want to hear the commentary by concerned community members while getting my groceries. It was easier to avoid people, hide, if you will, when we knew something was about to break. This isn't an option in today's society. 

I completely understand why people are talking about Heidi's disappearance and case, may God use current events to bring Heidi home. Yet, this doesn't make it any easier to be leaving your brother-in-law's apartment building and have someone start a polite conversation with, "So what do you think about all that Heidi stuff. Do you think they'll find her body?" To say I was speechless, an understatement. 

Or while pumping gas and the couple on the other side of the pump are talking about the search in the woods and "what they might find after twenty years" and continue with details of the decomposition process. They didn't know I was on the other side of the pump, they were just talking about Heidi's case, hoping for her discovery, and having an intellectual conversation. But for the sister of this potential decomposed body they discussed, my hand shook so much I could barely finish pumping the gas. Fighting back tears, I decided there was enough gas in the car and headed home.  My mind has been boggled lately as the heightened level of waiting intensifies the simplest of tasks. In 2010, I started to blog to share God's love with others and encourage others that it's possible to survive and thrive after tragedy. It's possible to overcome your fears. It's possible to see and feel The Light when we have our eyes fixed on God, in any and all circumstance.

“You are my lamp, O Lord;
the Lord turns darkness into light.”
2 Samuel 22: 29 NIV

Now to answer the question...Yes, I will blog!

As I spend some quiet time each day, I listen and seek God's plan for the day and current events. While the thought of escaping somewhere offer the illusion of easier days, this is nothing but a facade. We can't run away from the things that are difficult. We also can't face them alone. So in His strength, putting on His armor, and trusting His plan...I wait.

Hoping, trusting, and waiting. One day, Heidi will be found. One day, the missing pieces will be placed. 

One day might be this year, next, or when I reach heaven but until that time...I will write and speak for Him, and blogging is one aspect of writing that keeps my mind and fingers nimble and focused on God. To blog is one way to encourage others going through a difficult time. We can't give up. I'm not a quitter. YOU are not a quitter.

Let's join together in prayer as we move forward each day.
"To blank or not to blank" 
What is your blank today? 

How will you choose 
to face your fears 
and the negatives 
to turn your no or not now
...into a YES?

TOP's Tuesday: Birthday Blessings

Thank you for the Birthday blessings today!

"The Lord your God is with you,
    the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
    in his love he will 
no longer rebuke you,
    but will rejoice over 
you with singing.”
Zephaniah 3:17 NIV

A twist on our weekly TOP's Tuesday blog this week, it's my birthday. This is one of those days when I miss my sister, Heidi Allen, a little bit more than normal.

Birthdays are a big deal in our family. Growing up as a child, each Sunday we gathered at my Gram's house for supper. Any birthdays during the week, were celebrated again on Sunday. So typically, we had two birthday parties. The first with our friends and a second with our family.

Today, after waking up to the sound of rain and a gentle breeze moving the leaves I received my first phone call of the day, from my parents to say, "Happy Birthday". After the coffee was brewing, dogs were out, and some quiet time spent...I checked Facebook. Oh my...overwhelmed by love. I continue to read the different birthday expressions of love, friendship, encouragement, and celebration and at one point today, found myself crying. Why tears when so many are sharing such beautiful messages? Simple, I was overwhelmed by the birthday blessings that abound on my Facebook page. I'm undeserving of such encouragement and love, but aren't we all. Undeserving I mean. 

Don't get me wrong, we all need a little appreciation, love, and encouragement in our lives. A little extra on our birthday, it is the day God chose to gift us to our parents after all. BUT...we don't deserve God's grace and mercy, He simply enjoys encouraging, uplifting, and blessing us. And one way He does this is through people like you on our birthday. 

Some don't like social media because of the evils that lie within but there are evils in most things we do in life, just as there are many positives and blessings. Rather than focus on the negatives, let's celebrate the blessings. While I miss my sister, the funny birthday card she always gave (we had a competition of who could give the funniest card to the other each year), and the special sister time we spent...I'm thankful for all of you.

You've made my day so special, it's only 10:30 a.m. and I've received 167 FB birthday messages on my home page, not counting the private messages or texts received. This touches my heart so much that this many people took time to send a birthday message to me. Thank you ~ God's using your messages to encourage and help me to not miss Heidi so much today. As if this isn't enough, my parents called and are treating me to lunch! Yum! A friend "gifted" me Zephaniah 3:17 one year for my birthday, 
do you have a birthday verse to share?

THANK YOU FOR MAKING MY BIRTHDAY SO SPECIAL!!

Ride for Missing & Exploited Children: HOPE on Two Wheels

Consider a man riding a bicycle. 
Whoever he is, 
we can say three things about him. 
We know he got on the bicycle 
and started to move. 
We know that at some point 
he will stop and get off. 

Most important of all, 
we know that if at any point 
between the beginning 
and the end of his journey 
he stops moving 
and does not get off the bicycle 
he will fall off it. 

That is a metaphor for the journey 
through life of any living thing, 
and I think of any society of living things. 

--William Golding

Photographs by Mary Buske (except the one with Dave & I - this is his selfie of us, lol) This quote by William Golding reminds me of the encouragement and inspiration all involved with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and the Ride for Missing Children (RMC) are in the lives of families experiencing the exploitation or kidnapping of a loved one. Each individual, sponsor, law enforcement, and volunteer helps to keep the families of the missing moving forward.

Golding's poem reminds us we need to keep moving or we'll fall off. This is the same with life - if we don't keep moving forward, life can become dark, depressing, and very lonely. There are going to be bumps in the road that might bump us off our seat for the moment but as long as we keep moving and stay on course, when we get to the end of this life, we should be able to say - It was a great ride!

I'm thankful for the much needed love, encouragement, hope, hugs, and inspiration absorbed from these amazing individuals. A special thanks to De Anna for helping with the surprise visit and your patience with my uncertainty. It was a beautiful day! Thank YOU for encouraging us! 

One Color At a Time: You & Your Day Become a Rainbow

“It's in the little things...
sometimes we are looking 
for a double rainbow 
when God's plan 
for the day 
is one color at a time.” 
~ Lisa M Buske ~ Yesterday I shared the above statement on Facebook. It was a message of hope to others but really, it was a reminder to myself. God is responsible for the rainbows and they are beautiful, each one unique and a symbol of hope and brightness to all who see it. In June, I released YOU are a Rainbow , with our kiddos at school receiving the first copies.

Since its release, the number of rainbows I see has multiplied because of you. It's fabulous, there are days I receive a notification on Facebook and when I click to see what it is...there is a photograph of a rainbow shining brightly with a note from a FB friend. Such joy. It's wonderful to think God used this little book to help slow some people down to enjoy the beauty he's created. 

One day, there were many photos of the same rainbow from all different places across New York - it was neat to see the different intensities in light and various hues of blue in sky behind it as people posted and their locations. I shared some of these online.

The past couple weeks returned my family, Heidi's friends, and this community back to April 1994 within minutes. Prayers for Heidi and to bring her home. Prayers for truth and justice. Prayers for all involved. We all are hoping and praying for the double rainbow yet as we wait, we need to focus on the color of the day, or days. 

Today might be your red or violet day. Some will transition to the next color of the rainbow tomorrow, while some will remain in the first color for days or weeks. Whether you start with the red or the violet ~ regardless of how long you spend at each color ~ and regardless of the intensity of your color...there is one thing to remember. 

There is a RAINBOW within you ~ don't give up, keep hoping, and let your inner rainbow shine and use each day as a building block teaching you strength, endurance, and offering wisdom for the days yet to come. Does your RAINBOW start with red or violet? It's time to shine...

TOP's Tuesday: I Got Myself Some New Duds

It's the 1980's Again...Yippee! First, to my close friends, close your mouths. I know this is a novel and unexpected turn of events but I was overtaken by peer pressure. Seriously! This morning we went to the mall before an appointment so our daughter could do some school shopping. Neither Ed or I planned to get anything. As she walked through the store, sifting through the clearance racks (as trained by her Momma since she could walk), I decided to look around and see what was "in" this Fall.

My first observation, the eighties have returned. Yeah! Regretfully I said, "I should have kept my clothes, I could be dressed like the cool kids." and without missing a beat, my sweet daughter responds with, "Uh, no. Yours were meant to stay in the 80's." We both just laughed. I think she is right.

And then it happened... I saw the most amazing pink shirt and thought, "I think I'll try that on...but I don't have jeans or anything to wear it with." Well, a few minutes later, one of the store fashion divas was at my side, taking my ever growing rack of jeans to a dressing room for me. With two shirts and various sizes and styles of jeans, I went behind the changing room door. 

No sitting on the bench today, this was serious business. Mary looked at the number of clothes within the changing room and hanging outside the door (because I was over the 6 limit). 

She said, "Cool Mom, it's about time you tried something on. Let me know when you're ready and we'll come out at the same time." I just smiled because she was so excited and such an encouragement to me. Ed sat on the bench and waited for his girls to emerge as models. I was not prepared for what happened next.

Mags and I both appeared and without blinking an eye she said, "WOW Mom! You look great!" Then I looked to Ed, his face, priceless. No words spoken but I know he liked the outfit too. Teehee He did say, "You should get shoes." I picked out a pair and they worked perfectly.

So what does this outfit look like? I can't show you, at least not yet. I'm saving it for my 25th Class Reunion. I showed my parents and they both were shocked too. Dad asked, "What's the occasion?" With a deep breath, I responded, "Peer pressure Dad, you weren't there to help me say no." We all laughed. I so look forward to seeing my friends from school this weekend. I didn't need a new outfit to impress them but I think I needed a new outfit for myself, to feel good. Sometimes, a girl just needs to do something frivolous ~ shop without coupons, off the clearance rack, and not at the thrift store. 

The whole ensemble cost just over $71 after the sale so Ed said, "You did good and you looked great!" I can wear the shirt as a new back-to-school shirt in September and the jeans on "jeans day", and the cute shoes will go with the skirts I already have for school. So instead of stressing over being a little spontaneous shopping today, I've decided to say, I've got a new back-to-school outfit...early. lol A few sharp turns on the roller coaster the past couple weeks 
but one thing about this roller coaster, 
we continue to Move Forward...One day at a time. 
Bring on the reunion and a little relaxation...

When is the last time you splurged on something new?

No Fear...Trust and Dive In...We're Going THROUGH!

Even though I walk 
through the valley 
of the shadow of death, 
I will fear no evil, 
for you are with me; 
your rod and your staff, 
they comfort me...
Psalm 23:4

This photo and Scripture verse is from earlier in the Spring as Mags and I enjoyed a beautiful walk. We took photographs of flowers for my recent book, YOU are a Rainbow, and of course had fun playing in the shadows. It was one of few beautiful, warm, and sunny days as Winter decided if it wanted to leave or not. I was being silly (I know, you're not shocked) and our daughter captured a few pics of me and my shadow playing together. I sang songs from Peter Pan and everything. It was much fun.

A few days later, the photographs were downloaded and we looked at them and this verse from Psalm 23 came to mind. Mags came up with the caption to "dive in" because this is what it looks like to her, and verse four from this well known Psalm popped in my head. At the time, I simply created the blog in my draft folder because I wasn't sure of its direction, or connection for that matter.

With this past week's current events, I'm trying to get back to some routine and post my blog daily. My brain is still foggy so I decided to check what type of drafts were waiting and looking for some TLC to develop into a blog to share. I saw this, smiled at the memories from that day, and then smiled after reading "Even though I walk through the valley", THROUGH!

God used a photograph and Scripture verse tucked away a couple months ago to remind and encourage me today. For more than twenty years, Heidi's family, friends, and community have "walked through the valley" each and every day. Heidi has never been forgotten and remains on so many people's hearts and daily prayer requests. While recent news has heightened the discussion of her disappearance and the case itself, it's also renewed and strengthened the hope for all involved.

Heidi remains missing and we remain hopeful. The days, weeks, and months ahead are going to stir up emotions, alter lunch conversations, and darken the valley we are going through BUT we all need to remember, the Bible says we go "through". So when you are feeling down or a little hopeless, look up. 

God is steering this ride and with hope in our heart and so many people praying...God will answer prayer. He always does. It might be yes, no, or not right now...but He is faithful to answer. We need to be faithful to continue to pray and wait for His answer.

"Be persistent in prayer, 
and keep alert as you pray, 
giving thanks to God."
Colossians 4:2

Don't Give Up...God knew the valley was coming
and He'll see us through!
Thanks for walking with us...

A message of thanks, hope, & appreciation from our family to yours

Our family is overwhelmed with the support, encouragement, and renewed hope for Heidi in the past week. The media reaches out for a statement or comment as they organize their stories. The first few days we were stunned and still processing this information, so we refrained. As the days progress, we waited in hopes there would be more to share. Almost a week later, we are waiting, just like you.  

My parents and I, want to make sure everyone knows how much we appreciate you. As the family checks in with each other throughout the day, we each share a message, kindness, or something we've experienced in the past week that lifted us up, just when we needed it. It's because of you, those hoping and praying for Heidi, we shared a message of hope this morning with the media. They've been patient, as have you. 

I could have emailed the statement to media yet we know many are waiting and watching, like we are, and not everyone is online. Instead of returning phone calls to each station or paper individually, it made sense to go to them (media) since they were all in one place. Mom and Dad remained home in case the phone rang while I took a few minutes to express this to you. We knew what we wanted to say yet know when standing in front of the cameras at the search location, it's better to have it in writing. Auntie M was ready to finish reading if I couldn't, I'm thankful she was there. I hope you all know how much we appreciate you.

"I would like to take this opportunity to share with all of you on behalf of the family. Last week, with less than ten minute’s notice, we were thrust back to the emotional roller coaster of April 3, 1994.

Our goal today is the same as it was then, to find Heidi and bring her home. We would like to thank the majority of media for respecting the family’s privacy and need for time to process all that is happening. We are reading and waiting along with the rest of you. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.

A friend,  whose sister has been missing nearly as long as Heidi wrote to say, “This looks like a fasten your seat belts and hang on kind of roller coaster". I read with tears and laughter at the same time. Tears because she was exactly right, and laughter because very few truly understand the depth and magnitude of events like this.

It’s been less than a week since a reporter walked onto my parent’s steps to pour salt into an open wound and the hurt, grief, and pain of twenty years ago returned as we listened to the horrific words she shared. Within minutes from leaving my parents driveway, the first of many articles were published. We understand Heidi’s disappearance and case are news yet to us, this is more than a story, it’s our Heidi.

I believe a vast majority of the community would agree, Heidi is more than a missing person poster or case number, she was a young, energetic, and loving person. Her smile captivated your heart the first time you met her. She remains missing and is forever my only sister, my parent’s youngest child, and family and friend to many.

We don’t know what will become of this recent search or documents being filed at the court house. One thing we do know, we value and trust law enforcement, the judges, and jury who have dedicated countless hours to find Heidi and ensure justice. We appreciate the medical examiners, doctors, investigators, and those we may not realize that are determined to bring Heidi home with truth, integrity, and compassion. I’m not judge or jury, I’m merely Heidi’s sister…waiting to hear just like all of you.

As we wait, we thank all of you, and those watching or reading. We know our grief, is your grief. We are grateful for the encouragement, support, and love you all have for Heidi and our family. We know Heidi was special and the outpouring of support, even twenty years later is evidence of this. As you pray for Heidi and us, know we are also thanking God for each of you and praying for you too – that we all have strength, hope, and peace as we all wait together.

Time will tell, until then…There is always hope for Heidi!  Thank you!
CNY Central posted the above video on YouTube. Our family thanks you for your support, prayers, & encouragement.
The goal is the same today as it was twenty years ago...to find Heidi.

TOP's Tuesday: Thankfulness in the Storm

Be Thankful...will you join me? TOP’s Tuesday is an opportunity to turn the focus on Heidi in a more personal way and update you on current happenings. For the past few years, this blog has focused more on my writing and speaking. Last Thursday, our journey, my journey, took a sharp turn.

One friend, whose sister is also missing, messaged to say, “This looks like a ‘fasten your seat belts and hang on’ kind of roller coaster”. You’ve heard me use the roller coaster analogy before as it pertains to the families’ journey as they wait when a loved one is missing. As I read my friend’s message, I smiled. This is someone who knows exactly how it feels and what we are going through, as she’s experienced this in her life too. She brought a smile to my face because it is a perfect description to past few day's events.

There are many news stories circulating via the Internet, television, radio, and in the print newspapers. What do you believe? I don’t know. The press continues to contact us in hopes of a statement or interview. We are grateful my aunt and uncle were on scene the first couple days, so my parents didn’t have to, and they kept us in the loop the entire day.  This was a huge blessing and help.

As the family follows the progress, breaks, and stories closely, my parents opt to wait before doing interviews with the press. They have asked the entire family to wait alongside them until we have more information.

For today…we wait. Thank you for respecting our privacy.
Some of the things I'm choosing to be thankful for today...
In no particular order I'm thank to have enjoyed a 3.2 mile walk before Syracuse.com stirred up a magnitude of emotions with their "courtesy" visit to my parent's house

With each new story published online, in the print paper, and shared on the news ~ I'm thankful prayers are lifted for Heidi and all the individuals involved.

I'm thankful my entire family continues to receive messages via Facebook, text, Twitter, email, and phone to encourage us during this difficult time of waiting with an increased intensity than we've had in years.

While Sunday's article in the Post Standard triggered memories of 1994, I'm thankful Heidi's photograph on the top side of the flap

The articles about Heidi and her disappearance are on the front page and the center of the first section - this means the newspaper deems locating Heidi a priority

I'm thankful for the hugs and love received at church Sunday.

Multiple dinners arriving on Monday evening ~ providing food for my parents, us, and the company staying with us this week. 

I'm thankful that I'm not the same woman as twenty years ago and the strength God continues to give me makes it possible for me to protect and be there for my parents, and family.
I'm thankful Auntie M and Unc went on behalf of my parents when the initial phone call came. I know this was difficult for them too.

I'm thankful for God's working in this situation since day one. May He lead, guide, and provide the answers necessary to bring Heidi home.

I'm thankful for the amazing community we live in that is enduring and experiencing this with us. We pray for you too. We wait and grieve together.

I'm  thankful for such wonderful friends.

I'm thankful I wasn't stung worse than I was when the ground bees attacked yesterday, and thankful the doctor was able to provide a prescription to help with the pain and swelling. I'm thankful the Benadryl helped me sleep last night. 

I'm thankful for all of you and your prayers.

I'm thankful to have a thankful heart in the midst of the storm. God reigns and is in control...

He stilled the storm to a whisper; 
the waves of the sea were hush.
Psalm 107:29

Share at least one thing you are thankful for as you wait...

Hope For Heidi...A Video Message From Her Sister

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Be joyful in hope, 
patient in affliction, 
faithful in prayer.
Romans 12:12

Be strong and take heart,
    all you who hope in the Lord.
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Let love and faithfulness never leave you;
    bind them around your neck,
    write them on the tablet of your heart.
Then you will win favor and a good name
    in the sight of God and man.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart
    and lean not on your own understanding;
Proverbs 3:3-5

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Ephesians 3:20-21 Thank you for remembering and hoping for Heidi with us!