When Jeff was born in 1979, I was devastated; I felt like part of my life was over. All I could see was his diagnosis, not his potential to touch the deepest parts of his dad. He has taught me so much about love, patience, perseverance and the things in life that really matter. Jeff is an indispensable member of our family. He has a great sense of humor with unbelievable compassion, empathy and insight. In our family’s worst moments, he is always at his best—saying just the right thing to comfort and heal.