To the editor:

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone in the community who has helped me.

I have to say — I got a little choked up. There were a number of opportunities to get that same overwhelming rush of emotions you feel when someone has done or is doing something extraordinary for you, and I want to thank everyone for their generosity. For the many wonderful donated services and items for the silent auction from so many local businesses to the people who came and participated in the show and auction.

Thank you everyone for the cards and donations and for just stopping by to say hello! It really means a lot to me. Thank you!

RYAN FITZPATRICK

Freeland