Running for Angels: A Group Based on Love, Sweat, and a cure for Angelman Syndrome

Running either makes you smile or groan. As an occasional runner, who is able to pick up the pace only by having an angry dog behind me, I won't be breaking any speed records. There have been no "runner high's" in any event that I've ran in, but what one group is donig, is creating a lot of joy. Created by Jason Bernstein in Sept of 2010, Angel Runners, are a group of parents who want a cure for Angelman Syndrome.(Caused by a partial deletion of chromosome 15, http://www.cureangelman.org/) for more information). Jason was so touched by young Reece, and other "angels," that he decided to have this group raise money for FAST, which is the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics, and they've been wildly successful. Much more is to come with his dedication and vision, along with his passion for other parents, and most importantly the angels whom we all care so much about.

Along with another group called "Miles for Smiles," the Angel Runners have raised almost $40,000 to help with Angelman Syndrome research. A lot of this is being done by Dr. Edwin Weeber, who's been able to give a mouse Angelman Syndrome, and cure it. We are getting closer, just like how the Angel Runners are to that finish line. When these kind men and women go out, they are as Jason says, "building awareness, raising funds for research, but also bringing families closer together." That is so beautiful, and they have events on a regular basis. One that is very exciting, is going to take place in the Windy City on December 3rd. That's right, Chicago where the FAST Gala is taking place, these brave and hearty souls are going to say "to heck with the Great Lake effects," and run a 5k in Santa clothes. Its called the "Santa Hustle," and while let's hope it won't be too cold for them, may they be able to hustle through this event to a warm place." This is an incredible effort, and just such another way of bringing the love of those with Angelman Syndrome and their families, that research in a fun and unique way.

Would you like to help the Angel Runners? Please do, by checking out their webpage at http://www.angelrunners.com/. They have all kinds of events for good causes, and in addtion to helping charities, are establishing partnershps and also getting folks "moving." That alone is worthy of kudos, but their efforts with the folks at FAST are truly commendable. Feel free to join this group for one of their events, or if you don't like to run, you can still get one of their cool t-shirts. I plan on ordering one, and hope others will as well, as its a good looking shirt that shows an organization that was built out of love, and a passion for generating enthusiasm for folks by a good deed. Thank you to Jason and the folks at the Angel Runners, may you have continued good luck, and keep bringing families closer, along with a cure to Angelman Syndrome that everybody dreams of.

The Angel Quilt Project: "Like it" on Facebook But Love It

Would you like to bury your child? Of course not. No one wants to have their child die before they do, it goes against the grain of everything we hold to be sacred. Yet it happens, much more often that we would like to believe. It doesn't just happen in some isolated region of some poor country, it happens in the most advanced hospitals and homes in the United States, or in parts of Europe that are considered "medically and technologically advanced," or places in Asia and Africa that have specialists that save lives on a daily basis. Yet its not always in the cards, as I'm the father of a child whom went to God far too early. Don't feel sorry for me, but rather do a good turn.

I know death of a child is an uncomfortable subject. That "d" word is uncomfortable for a lot period. However, by liking the Angel Quilt Project on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/methanross#!/pages/The-Angel-Quilt-Project/267961783227848?sk=wall you are showing your love to parents in this great sadness. They are not going to ever get over, but God willing they shall get through their trial and tribulation, burying their little girl or boy whom they cherished so much. This project is going to help people who love to sew, design quilts with patches of pictures of this young girl or boy, who went to God too soon, and have them surrounded by other Angels.(Those affected with Angelman Syndrome, a partial deletion of chromosome 15). That is a powerful image, and shows that in the fabric and the pictures, the love that this family feels from all across the globe. They know that their beloved child, while in Heaven, is not forgotten here on Earth. These quilts can provide a little comfort, during their time of great sadness, and its something physical, they can either hang up, or cry into. Whatever makes them feel better, because there are going to be tears, feelings of anger and guilt, but there's also going to be hope.

It takes fifteen seconds to "like" this page. That's all, a couple clicks, and its done. You can feel good by just doing this simple thing, and families around the world will know, that you are thinking of them. If you can donate time by quilting, or even just $5 on the secure donation page on the left hand side of the page, that would be helpful with the materials, that aren't cheap. Any leftover money is going to directly help the Vanderbilt University Kennedy Center Angelman Seizure Research Project as well. Please at the very least, "like" this page. It means a lot for grieving parents, those whom love someone with Angelman Syndrome, and provides a powerful expression of unity with these fabrics being woven together with compassion. http://www.facebook.com/methanross#!/pages/The-Angel-Quilt-Project/267961783227848?sk=wall

Little Run, Waples Mill ES, and Tommy : Angels Help an Angel and Much More

Tommy lived with us for five years, and he certainly did a good amount, in the short time he spent on Earth. It was so devastating, right to the core, to find out that such a beautiful young boy had a condition called Angelman Syndrome. We were told 'point blank', that there was a good chance that Tommy would never walk. As if it doesn't hurt enough to hear about your child having severe intellectual disabilities, not being able to speak to you, having regular seizure activity, it was perhaps the hardest to think of him not having mobility. That just really caused a lot of pain, tears, frustration, and angst over his future. Yet "angels" stepped in, and these were the Administrators, Administrative Assistants, Teachers, and specialists that worked at Tommy's school. Who knew angels worked at a school, because as a young boy, I was convinced that it was only the friends of the devil himself whom tormented me with my free admission to the Principal's office on a daily basis. Looking back, I realize it was my fault completely, but I just had no idea of the impact a school could have on my son and also our family.

Until Tommy went to Little Run Elementary, located in a beautiful neighborhood just east of Fairfax City, VA, I thought school was where he would be "institutionalized," perhaps maybe get a chance to see other children. It was much more than that, as Tommy loved the bus that came each day, and the kind drivers and assistants who saw him safely to and from Little Run and Waples Mill Elementary later on. We didn't have a lot of hope, and I now realize that our family, although we loved Tommy, was in a cloud of constant depression that just seemed to linger until he went to school. There we saw people who cared about him, about us, and greatly wanted him to succeed. It was the complete opposite of what I thought, and I now admit that I was jaded and completely incorrect about the importance of special education to not only the child, but also the parents, grandparents, friends, and even neighbors.

Teachers taught Tommy "cause and effect," and he loved these lessons. There was one teacher, whom I am smiling of while typing this, who comes across as the most compassionate drill instructor from Parris Island of the United States Marines Corps. She promised us that "Tommy would walk, you shall see." I was skeptical at the time, thinking "that would be great, but I'm not going to bet the house at Vegas on this happening." She worked with Tommy everyday, along with kind occupational, speech, and physical therapists who didn't give up on him, or us for that matter. They taught us how to become involved, and this made us feel better about Tommy's chances, along with providing us an opportunity to lift this cloud of depression that just seemed to hang around. We felt a lot better, and the school became a part of our lives, as we enjoyed the home visits and interactions there as well. The smiles and laughter each visit, whether at our house or at the school, are proof of this. It cannot be put into a bottle, but I'm still smiling and laughing about some of Tommy's adventures, and how these teachers and specialists, were so intertwined in our lives. They still are, and I am thankful for them.

Later on Tommy went to Waples Mill Elementary School. He was loved at this Fairfax County Public School as well, and it was a similar story over there. At first, our family was a bit concerned about the distance, but that abated as Tommy got stronger, with his health and started to walk in the pool that previous summer. I miss Tommy while writing this, yet I am happy that he did as that teacher said, " he will walk, you shall see." She wasn't kidding, as her hard work and dedication to Tommy shall never be forgotten, nor shall all of the kindness and love that everyone who was part of Tommy's life. His last week of life, before a seizure took him, he walked across our living room. That smile said it all. He did it without assistance, standing strong, and refusing to give up. God bless you Tommy, we miss you, but are thankful for you and all of the kind folks we've met along the way.

A Seizure Cure is Needed Because.....

Right now a parent is up with their little girl or boy, watching them seize up, and monitoring their vital signs. They are stressed out about their cherished child turning blue from a lack of oxygen, and wondering "could this be the one?" Each day they live with this in their hearts and minds, and it greatly affects their quality of life. Parents of children with seizures have a special connection, that is more powerful than your traditional parent/kiddo relationship, in that they suffer together. If it isn't painful enough for a child to have hundreds of times a day, or have them so bad that their development is negatively affected, imagine their parents. These brave folks, and what they have to contend with every single day. That's right, 24/7, as most of them are sleep deprived, and how they get up every day, is a testament to their strength.

A cure for these parents would be so helpful. They wouldn't be stressed out as much, wouldn't be in and out of sleep on even good nights, worrying that they are not going to be there to insert diastat into their child's bottom to save them. These parents would be even more productive members of society. Each year at the Angelman Walks, I am amazed by how giving parents of children with Angelman Syndrome are, along with other conditions. They don't know the meaning of "quitting," but rather sharing their knowledge and helping out the communities that they reside in, even despite the multitude of challenges that they face every single minute. The same can be said for parents of all special needs children, as they show a resilience that is hard to put a finger on, but rather it is possible to follow by seeing what these folks contend with and still succeed.

If these parents didn't have the pressure of seizures, it would be like that "anvil of weight" described in Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" being taken right off of Giles Cory. There would be much more sleep, even more productivity which is hard to imagine but a beautiful thought, and children affected by seizures would have much happier lives as well. That would be a winning hand, a true grace and respite from so much pain, that so many parents and grandparents, along with siblings are experiencing right now.  These great parents would finally get to sleep peacefully, knowing that their children are fine, and not having to think about the game plan, or perhaps calling 911 or worse. Instead, right now there's parents up across the world. They are stressed because of seizures, and for that reason alone we must do everything in our power, to at least lighten up the load a bit.

Hug Your Kids, Tell Them You Love Them

Tonight, my two year old boy is acting up. That's right, he might be on Ebay with an opening bid of "We'll pay you to take him if here in twenty minutes." We've all been in this situation as parents, where there are times that we wish, "couldn't John or Susie just go the heck away for awhile? Can't they just behave? I never did that!" Your baloney-o-meter arrow just went all the way to the right on that, as we have all driven our parents or loved ones "crazy" at one point or another during our lives. I am thankful for my parents, whom were not my best friends growing up, but parents, for teaching me the values of honesty and loving an even difficult person.

Right now, that would include my two year old son, who's a real handful. Yet I am thankful for him, and will be even more thankful when he's a bit more "laid back" and not so "full of vinegar." I make no bones about it, that I am much more sentimental than I used to be. Every day I would just wake up, go through the motions of a day, and then just like everyone else, go to bed to start the process all over again. Now, often its full of walks in the woods, quiet periods of reflection by a nearby lake, or even just long country drives to the middle of nowhere. Sometimes a quiet prayer is said. Other times its a bit more loud. Rarely does it not happen, but sometimes that is the case.

My chronological age might be thirty five, but I feel as if I've have lived a million lifetimes. It has not made me any wiser, but I do believe that going through the loss of a child, has caused me to be much more reflective about life.  I meant what I said the night of Tommy's memorial service, "Hug your children," and continue to do so, for the very reason that we have no control over our child or our lives glass of sand emptying. Yet we can hug our children, even if we are tempted to sell them on ebay. Its a way of letting them know that you love them, that you are there for them, and will do the best that you can to provide for them. Yes, they may not have a huge house, or a trip on a luxury liner everyday, or that damn Lego set that costs a car note, but they will have your love.

You cannot put a price on that. Studies have proven that children of stable environments, regardless of whether there is one parent or two, do much better academically and socially if they feel loved. What does that mean, "feel loved?" Its simple. They know that a parent or responsible adult cares for their well being, would do everything within their reasonable power to help them, and shall guide them on the correct path of life. Its as simple as that. All of the late night walks, prayers in a car on top of a valley, that's what I've come up with. Could it be wrong? Certainly. Yet I believe, just as I did that night of Tommy's service, when family and friends came together, to celebrate his life, that hugging your children is the most important act a parent or loved one can do. It speaks volumes, more than words can ever convey. Don't go to bed angry at each other, and by all means give your boy or girl a hug tonight. Do it for them and do it for yourself, because no one knows but God what tomorrow will bring. Tonight my two year old boy will get a hug, because I love him, no matter what.

Susan Agrawal and Complex Child E-Zine: Bringing a Powerful Voice to the Special Needs Community

"The magazine actually started quite by accident.  I was writing 
medical articles for a newsletter associated with a parenting site 
that focuses on kids with medical issues (Parent-2-Parent.com).  I had 
finished three pieces when they decided they were no longer going to 
publish the newsletter.  People knew I was working on these articles 
and kept asking me about them, so I eventually put them up on a little 
website.  The more I thought about it, the more convinced I was that 
there needed to be a space on the internet where we could archive all 
of the important knowledge we have gained as parents.  Shortly 
thereafter, I bought the domain and put up the first edition, in 
February 2008.  You'll notice that the first edition, and a few of the 
editions following, are written mostly by me.

I can't say I really had a great vision.  If anything, the magazine 
was born out of frustration.  I would read print magazines for kids 
with special needsor visit websites, and the vast majority of 
information was on children with mild disabilities or common 
disabilities like autism.  I never found a place where I felt there 
was significant information about children with multiple severe 
disabilities and children with complex medical issues.  Also, most of 
the articles I read were either written by professionals for 
professionals, or were written by professionals for parents.  I often 
felt that the professionals knew their stuff, but lacked the practical 
knowledge that parents have.  Parents of children with complex needs 
are a wealth of untapped information.  I wanted to get everything they 
knew into one place, where it could help other parents traveling down 
the same path.

Right away we had success.  I found out a major children's hospital 
uses some of the early articles to help prepare families for certain 
procedures.  Articles have helped many families fight insurance 
battles.  In particular, the article on Special Needs Beds has helped 
15 families (that I know of) get their beds approved.  Our first 
editions on mitochondrial disease in 2008 and dysautonomia (also 2008) 
provided information that at that time was not widely available.   
We've helped multiple kids get a diagnosis, and improved the care of 
lots of others.  We've helped parents get organized and cope.  One of 
our authors even got a job, in part because of her writing for the 
magazine.

The magazine is 100% volunteer and unfunded.  All of the authors 
contribute on a volunteer basis.  I do most of the technical work.  I 
have an assistant editor, Shannon Gonsalves, who helps primarily with 
copy editing.  We don't have a budget.  I've chosen not to include 
advertising on the site, which means we have no income.  When/if I get 
more time, I would like to work on developing a non-profit arm that 
would fund the magazine and allow us to have some paid help."


**Written by Susan Agrawal of Complex Child Magazine, which can be read at http://www.complexchild.com/. Thank you Susan for providing an outlet for parents with children whom have a multitude of health concerns, and empowering so many. It has been a joy to have seen your work help others, and may anyone who is interested in making this publication even more available, by all means visit this website. **

Alarm Company LLC, Matt McMillen Touch an Angel and So Much More

"I happened to stumble across Alarm Security LLC.com while bored and clicking around on facebook. This was the first contest and I noticed a chance to win a free iPad II. The question was, "If you won an iPad, who would you give it to and why?" I was skeptical because there are many contests to win a free iPad on the internet, but the more I checked into it seemed legit, as I seen local friend's associated with family who had entered. The contest rules were quite simple: The comment with the most "likes" in 24 hours wins. I realized I may have a good chance and to win for Joshua. I then summoned my "Angel Army" and they were right behind me, because they knew what an iPad means to an Angel or any special needs child. I wanted the iPad because of the exclusive applications and know that they offer more than a typical communication device. I was running neck and neck with another contestant, during the contest Matt friend requested me personally and I began to realize what a wonderful man he was. I wanted to win, but the contest was so fun.

I had conceded to the other contestant who had 9 more likes than I did, but I walked away filled with joy and pride. I realized that I had 302 "likes" and that meant people behind me, which was a majority of my Angel family pulled together to support me. This was priceless that so many people cared! I even had Angel friends I had yet to meet who were in my corner, just because I had an Angel! When I went to write a congratulations to the other contestant on the while my notifications were going crazy! I had more than 70 within a minute, my chat box opening telling me I had won. I seen Matt's comment about giving us both one and I was reduced to tears! Not because I had won, don't get me wrong it was awesome, but because of the happiness that there are still people in this world with giving hearts. His genorousity amazed me and although I had never met him in person, I already could judge his character and know that he was an amazing man! (Winning the iPad or not)

Soon, we will go meet Matt when I get up that way for an eye doctor appointment. I have spoken to Matt over the phone and facebook and am proud to call him a friend. He and his wife are both beautiful people inside and out. I have never won anything really, so I felt guilty about accepting the iPad. I felt like there were other's more deserving than I was. This is why I wanted to pay it forward and I hope more people do, because what a wonderful world it would be if each person just showed one another a kind action. iPads are expensive, and Matt seems quite blessed financially. I am glad that he is not greedy and shares his wealth to make the world a better place. As I have said, many major corporations become greedy and lose focus on the customer, Matt on the other hand would hands down put his customer needs first. I want to continue to pay it forward, and realized you don't have to have a lot of money to do this, opening a door for someone, paying for their cup of coffee anonymously, helping load groceries for an elderly person. All of these are things you can do to help someone! And if you are blessed financially then you can help people on a larger scale. I hope Matt is proud of what he is doing and realizes the level he has helped people, including msyelf. I also hope that he continues to receive business and that one day Alarm Security LLC will be just as much of a household name as ADT, Brinks or even Vivint. Which Vivint is another great story in itself and we know that!

The iPad has really changed our life, and I am not sure how we made it all this time without it, lol! This thing does everything. I am not going to lie when I say I have used applications to budget the bills! Or that Joshua has shared it with his siblings. ;-)[Image] It's really cool!

For Joshua it has helped with so much. We are still learning and I am overwhelmed with the applications and possibility. I am starting to think there is an application for EVERYTHING! We have taken advantage of many of the "free" lite versions. We have one called Talk2, and Joshua was able to tell us that he would like a drink of soda. I realized he wasn't pressing buttons randomly, but that he really wanted Kenny's soda he was drinking. He usually signs "Please" for a drink, or really anything, but he was able to be specific and tell us!

We have also played several sorting games, association games, matching games and so forth. These are so fun and they have made me realize how much Joshua really knows. For instance there is this one that will show three pictures and play a sound. An example was a picture of a door bell, a cow, and a hair dryer. The sound was a bell and Joshua was able to point to the door bell.

I also have used it myself and downloaded lite versions of behavioral situations and how to properly deal with them. One potrays an autistic child who is having a "meltdown" and it is a simulation where you have different options to console the child. It teaches you how to properly deal with the behavior.

The possibilites on the iPad are endless and needless to say, I know that Joshua will be asking Santa for iTunes gift cards. There is an application called Proloquo2go that is an augmentive communication program that we would like to buy. We are using the lite version and it is amazing!

Joshua lives and breathes the iPad. He wants it from the time he wakes up until he falls asleep, in fact there have been a few nights that I have had to pry it out of his hands because he has fallen asleep with it. He loves it and it keeps him occupied and most importantly he is learning and able to communicate with us.

We are just so grateful!


**Angelman Syndrome is caused by a partial deletion of chromosome 15. For more information, feel free to visit the Angelman Syndrome Foundation at http://www.angelman.org/ or the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics at http://www.cureangelman.com/. Donna is a wonderful lady, and her love as well as Joshua inspire us all. Now, for a moment read about Matt McMillen, from Alarm Company, LLC, a business that in addition to having an incredible reputation, has an owner that understands the concept of hard work and love.

My name is Matt McMillen. I reside in a small town in Missouri, called Farmington. Farmington has a great feel to it. It is growing rapidly, and everyone knows everyone. I own a company called Alarm Security. We specialize in home and business security with alarm monitoring and video surveillance. I've been in the business since I was 19, and I'm now 30. I LOVE what I do. And I'm good at it. Around here, if you own a company and do good work (or bad work), everyone knows about it. Any company can spend money on advertising. Billboards, radio, newspaper, phonebook, etc. But no matter how much you advertise, people in our community trade with companies because of ‘word-of-mouth’. People buy from you, because they like you. Not because your face is all over the highway and your jingle is played on the radio 30 times a day.

What’s set me apart from a lot of other business owners is: I know that people want to get to know you as a person. As a business owner, I have a budget for advertising. The budget is there, and people DO need to know the Alarm Security name. But I’ve come to the realization that I can give it away, help those in need, and do even more with it. I’ve worked very, VERY hard to make my company what it is today. I’ve been blessed. I’m honest with people and treat everyone like they are my family. Showing love to others, in whatever way possible, is what life is all about. Just sitting down and listening to someone tell you about their struggles, issues, or accomplishments, makes a world of difference in their life.

I grew up poor and from a broken home. I have 3 brothers and a sister. Going in and out of foster homes was very difficult. But I look back now and realize it only brought all of us closer. We are all VERY close. Even to this day. My Grandmother eventually raised us from the time I was 12 and on. She is the one and only person on this earth that I consider a role model. She instilled love, forgiveness, and compassion in all of us kids. The sweetest woman ever. She made me, ME. She didn’t have to raise us, but she did. She is the greatest person I’ve ever known. Even now, in her 80’s, she will call me and tell me a story I’ve heard a hundred times, and I STILL get something out of it. In my eyes, she is the greatest teacher of love ever to walk this earth.

I was very successful at a young age, and I’ve always been driven to be the best at everything. So when I started my company, Alarm Security, I knew it would never fail. No matter what, I wouldn’t allow it. I’ve always been told that I was gifted with words and that I had a great work ethic. I’ve done things that most people would give up on because it was just too difficult. It’s been a long time coming, but my company has peaked is THE STANDARD for security in our area. People know us and love us. And ask for us by name.

We secure thousands of homes and businesses from harm, every day. 24-hours a day.
As the years have gone by and I’ve advertised, my wife told me, “You need to start an Alarm Security Facebook Page.” I looked at her funny and said, “Why?”. She went on to tell me it’s easy to start one and a lot of companies are doing it. This was summer of 2009. So, I did. I didn’t know what to post except security facts and specials we were having. I got some response, but not much. So I spent money on FB ads. Eh…didn’t really do much. Then one day, I had a phonebook advertiser ask me. “What makes you different than other alarm companies?” So, I proceeded to say this and that, like a sales person would do. Then the lady said. “No, what makes you stand apart? From everyone else.” My answer was, “Me.”. She said, “That’s a good answer.” So at that point, I decided to brand my company with ‘ME’.
It was weird at first, putting my face out there. On everything. But it worked. People started to see how much I cared about them, as a person. People got to know me, then my company. And that’s how it should be.

So, back to Alarm Security’s FB page. I decided to stop pushing my products and services. I wanted to ‘give back’. I wanted to make someone’s day. Now, I want to point out that Facebook has revolutionized advertising as we know it. There is no other tool, as a business owner, that you can connect with so many people on a personal level ALL AT THE SAME TIME. By me branding “Alarm Security” with “Matt McMillen” and my personality and values, Facebook was and is that final ingredient to bring all of this together. I’ve done MANY contest giveaways. And those contests usually require the person posting a comment to say something very personal in order to be eligible to win. It started out small. Not many people would post something SO personal, just to win. But as time went on and Alarm Security’s FB page became a place of love and sharing. Now, thousands of people tell their most intimate stories. Stories about love, friendship, kids, family, heartache.

One of those stories in particular was the story of Donna Sweet and her boy Joshua. I had a contest for an iPad 2. I asked, “If you won Alarm Security’s iPad 2 and had to give it away, who would you give it to and why?” Oh my God did the comments pour in! It went nuts with hundreds of comments. The comment with the most likes would win. I got MANY inbox messages both good and bad. The good, I thanked. The bad, I sternly said, “This page is not for you. We are about love. Go somewhere else”. In the end, a woman by the name of Kristin Hale won by just a few votes over Donna. Kristen wanted the iPad 2 for her daughter. Donna, for Joshua. Joshua has a disorder called Angelman’s Syndrome. And in Donna’s post, she very sweetly let us know how beneficial it would be for him, his development and communication skills. Bless Kristin’s heart, she was getting hate mail telling her she didn’t deserve to win because Joshua’s story was worse. Bottom line, KRISTIN DID DESERVE TO WIN. And won fair and square. When I talked to her after she won, she was upset. I assured her that I was glad she won and I hope she enjoys the new iPad 2.

Donna’s story touched me as well. And she was SO close to winning. I really felt compasion for her. So I gave her an iPad 2 as well. The amount of thanks that she has shown to me has been nothing short of amazing. I’m touched by the articles she's had printed in the paper about me and all of the publicity she has given Alarm Security. It feels good to help. Donna has shown an extreme amount of gratitude. And I’m thankful that she and her son Joshua are getting a great benefit out of one of my contest winnings. When it all comes down to it, life is about people. Listening to people. Forgiving people. Thanking people. Loving people. If what I’m doing is making a difference in people’s lives, then I’m honored and I’m proud. I hope to inspire all of my friends on Alarm Security’s Facebook page to live life like it should be lived. With love."


http://www.alarmsecurityllc.com/ : Check out Matt's company here. He is a shining example of protecting and helping others, and God bless him, his family, the Sweet's, and all of their collective dreams, which are so intertwined with beauty.