Happy Birthday, Megan!

It's Megan's birthday on Sunday March 30th!! Megs always looked forward to her birthday parties, just hanging out with friends, having scavenger hunts, etc. There were even a couple of years when Matt's band (with Matt G. & Scott) played at the party!! Loads of fun.

Megan had an assignment in 8th grade to put together a book which was titled All About Megan. I found and read the book after she passed away. It is a treasure. On the front cover she glued the following saying:

"YOU MUST BE THE CHANGE YOU WISH
TO SEE IN THE WORLD" Mahatma Gandhi

I have thought so much about this saying since I found it in her book. It is a beautiful statement and I am happy that it touched her. All of our lives have changed so much since Megan died. I know that parents hug their kids more, and I know that kids hug their parents more as well. It has opened up alot of dialogue in families and has made them closer. We know what is important in life. We cherish the good times and get through the not-so-good times. Through it all, we miss Megan more than words can ever explain.

Happy Birthday, Meg! We love you!! Mom, Dad, Matt & Madison

Here are some photos from Sunday's get together at Megan's Grove!
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After the longest, darkest, coldest winter on record (at the Myers house anyway), signs of Spring are in the air. There is new growth everywhere we turn. The weather is warmer. The trees in Megan’s Grove at LN Regional Park are starting to get their leaves!
It was 6 months ago today that Megan died unexpectantly. I still can’t believe it. Our life is now so different without Megan. Today I want to spend my time thinking about Megs (like I do every other day), but I also want to think about all the things that I am so grateful for! (Check out the photo for two examples of what I am grateful for!!!!) I encourage you to do the same! Gail

Vote Postponed Until April Board Meeting!

One of the Board Members had to leave early due to health reasons, so the issue could not be voted on tonight! The good news is that the Board Members and Superintendent Carter had positive things to say about the plan, so I am sure that it will pass next month!!!

I want to thank everyone who e-mailed the Board Members with your input! I am happy that they know that the community is very supportive of this plan!!

The next meeting will be in April, and I will update this site with the outcome of the vote!!!

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AED'S (Automated External Defibrillators) at CUSD Schools!

On March 10, 2008, the Capistrano Unified School Board will vote on implementing a plan which will allow our schools to have AED'S on campus and sporting events! Each school will decide for themselves if they want the devices, and will need to raise their own funds to obtain the AED's. The Myers family fully endorses this plan to protect our kids and are asking for your help! It is a terrific first step!! We don't know if an AED would have helped Megan, but we would have liked to try!! Please e-mail HWheeler@capousd.org , who is the Manager of Board Operations, and let her know that you support the use of AED's at CUSD schools!! She will make sure that the Board Members receive each e-mail! Below is a website which gives more information on AED's.

http://www.nwnc-redcross.org/AEDs.htm

Please e-mail me at gailmy@cox.net if you have any questions or comments! Thank you for your support!!!

Gail

Click on the links below to learn more about AED's!!

http://www.kxmb.com/video.asp?ArticleId=195841&VideoId=16588

http://www.khou.com/news/local/houstonmetro/stories/khou071031_ac_defibaed.1c53b9536.html

Photos of Megan

This is Megan's freshman school photo, taken in

September 2007.

I found some photos of Megan over the weekend in her room. My scanning ability is not great, but I hope you enjoy the photos anyway!!

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Happy Birthday Madison!!

Madison's birthday was a complete success. The Birthday Fairies (aka Megan's Pride soccer team) visited the night before, while Madison slept, and decorated both the inside and outside of the house. Madison was completely surprised when she woke up in the morning to find balloons, streamers, a River of Love made with chalk in the street, and lots of Happy Birthday decorations!!! She had a birthday party with a few of her friends from school, as well as the Pride soccer team! The day was spent playing soccer, competing in a Gingerbread House decorating contest, and just hanging out!! Check out the photos of the fun!
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Thank You Farmers Insurance!

Thank you to the Farmers Insurance Exchange Club and Megan's Aunt Janet for their fundraising efforts and the generous donation totaling $793.00 to the Megan Myers Memorial Foundation. You are all awesome!

Megan's Grove

We are planning on having the dedication to Megan's Grove when the weather gets a little warmer. Our plan is to have an afternoon BBQ and dedication, but it has been a little chilly lately!! I know that many of you have been there, and I thank you for the flowers, and decorations!! I love to spend time there, walk around the lake while Madison rides her bike, and just enjoy the peaceful setting!!

Megan's Pride at the Myers House!!

It was so much fun to see Megan's Pride Soccer Team and parents at our house last Friday night!! Theresa (team mom extraordinaire) organized the fun, and John sang a beautiful song which he wrote titled "Megan's Grove". The night was an emotional roller-coaster for us all, while we watched the tribute DVD to Megan, as well as a few Pride soccer DVD's. We were so happy to be in the company of good friends, and Madison was thrilled to see the girls!!!
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Dear Family & Friends-

Thank you so much for all of your love and support over the past few months. Our hearts are broken, but your amazing outpouring of comfort and friendship is helping us during this incredibly tough time. We miss Megan more than words can describe. The world has lost an incredible daughter, sister, and friend.

The Myers family extends the warmest wishes to you this holiday season.

With love-
Gail, Jeff, Matt & Madison

Thank you to the Dana Hills Cross Country team for naming Megan the Fresh/Soph 2007 "Most Inspirational" athlete !!

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Congratulations to Serena Lomonico and Anthony Lacambra for receiving the 1st Annual Megan Myers Award for outstanding character, incredible athleticism, and awesome academic achievement!!!

Your passion and commitment to Dana Hills High and the Cross Country team is truly inspirational!!!

Megan's Grove

Link to Pictures

Megan's Grove is located at Laguna Niguel Regional Park. The date for the Dedication Ceremony will be announced with in a few weeks. Please check back often.

Thank you to our family friend and landscape architect, Bret Carmen, for designing Megan's Grove. It is a beautiful, peaceful setting!!!

Thank you to Valley Crest Landscape Development for donating the labor and materials necessary to make Megan's Grove come to life!!!


For information on Cardiac Screening please visit HeartFelt Cardiac Project Link

5k Memorial Run/Walk

Sunday October 14, 2007
Laguna Niguel Regional Park
The Wildcats Track Club added a 5K “Run for Megan” run/jog/walk. The cost will be $20 per entry and all proceeds will be donated to the Megan Myers Memorial scholarship fund.

Click Here For More Details

Celebrating Megan Video

This is a five minute preview to view the full twenty-eight minute clip you will need to download it through the VEHO Player we will post a Quicktime, and WMV version soon.

DOWNLOAD iPOD VERSION

Songs From Megan's Tribute Video

Below are all the songs in the tribute video plus a couple that nearly made the final edit. Drops of Juipter by Train is Megan's favorite song, and several others are on her iPod.

VIEW SLIDE SHOW OF MEGAN

Memorial Service

Wedensday, October 3rd - 4:00pm

Coast Hills Community Church

5 Pursuit

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

(949) 367-0079

OCCF/Megan Myers Fund

In lieu of flowers please donate to the:

OCCF/MEGAN MYERS MEMORIAL FUND
c/o Orange County Community Foundation
30 Corporate Park, Suite 410
Irvine, CA 92606

For credit card contributions
call (949) 553-4202