To all the Grow family, I express my deepest sorrow from the moment I heard the news of Ryan Thomas' death. Among my family photos still include Ryan Thomas standing with I, Matthew, and Linda when we went to the Covington Fairground fair some years ago. Ryan helped me with Matthew so many times, and through the years talked often about Matt's autism and his needs and differences from most children. Ryan tried with much compaction to help Matt and he worked hard to assist and understand, even at his early age. Matt often mentions him, sometimes in ways that no one understands. But I know that the heart of Ryan spoke a language that Matt did understand. Yes, there were misunderstandings between them, but there was love also. My heart goes out to you, the Grow family. I would like you all to know that I'll always remember Ryan Thomas just as I see his ear to ear grin in the picture that travels with me always. Love and Restful Peace to you my little one. Miss Carol