It took every ounce in me to keep up the tough girl act from childhood but I broke down and cried. "Daddy." Summer spoke up. It always amazes me how her voice was the perfect combination between her mother and father. The woman walked over with Faith by her side. "Summer my sweet little girl." Elliot said with a smile. "Wasn't it yesterday that you were a baby in my arms? I looked at your precious face and wondered where life would take you. Today, I look at the person you've become...strong,kind,thoughtful,
caring and optimistic... and I realize that the dreams I held in my heart for you are alive in your beautiful spirit. I am so proud of you, and I love you with all my heart." Summer was crying at her father's words. He loved her with every fiber in his being and would do anything to see her smile. Even if that meant embarrassing himself. "I love you too Daddy. I always have and I always will." Summer sobbed. The heart monitor suddenly sped up and then went flat. Elliot smiled for the last time as he passed peacefully away from his crying family.