BEHIND THE SCENES MESSAGE ABOUT NICHOLAS
(read by Reverend Marilyn Corvin):

It only took a short time of being with Nicholas to realize that this was no ordinary boy. Just looking around and seeing all the friends and family today is evidence of that.

I think I can safely speak for all the 3 children's hospitals - Oakland, Packard and Denver, Nicholas engaged every staff member he came across and captured your heart in record time. He maneuvered through the maze of medical settings with seeming ease.

After getting to know Sheila and Lamont you could see Nick had acquired their charm and warm personalities and more, so much more ...

There's Nick's smile - captivating and playful.

Nick's eyes - a sparkle from heaven. He could look right into your heart with them and in his special Nick-way, he'd open his heart for you to see his.

Nick I'm sure, is known as the head negotiator at each hospital. He debated meds, bedtime, chips, salsa, humus, ... the list is endless.

Nick was a mix of determination, courage, joy and playful youth ... all the time surrounded by the unconditional love of his parents.

I speak for the hundreds of people in his healthcare teams covering 3 major hospitals - it was a privilege and an honor.

Nicholas Colby - you have touched me, I have grown.

I love you.

Karen