Eric Morgan Jr.

Dear Jr., My bonus son... The leader of the pack...

You were my first son, before I ever knew what it meant to be a mother. Thank you for giving me the grace to grow into that role, for letting me love you with a heart still learning. I thank God every day for the blessing of being part of your life. You loved me without conditions, without hesitation. You had my back through every season, and that kind of love, pure and unwavering, is something I will carry with me forever. You showed me what a child's unconditional love truly looks like. I'm so proud of the strength and guidance you poured into your siblings. They look up to you still. Even in your absence, they know the assignment because you made sure they did. You instilled confidence, courage, and compassion in them, and those gifts will carry them through every storm. I'm humbled to have witnessed your journey. To see you grow, watch you lead, and feel the ripple of your impact on everyone you touched. Your legacy is alite in their hearts, in mine and in every life you lit up with your presence. You were a force. A light. A Sonshine. And until we meet again, I'll hold you close in every breath. I love you forever. Misty, Your Bonus Mom From the very first day Eric Sr. introduced me to Eric Jr., he accepted and loved me. He looked at me and said, STEPMOMMA!”, with the biggest smile on his face. From that day forward, Step Momma is what he called me. When Baby Ocean was born, he was the first one at the hospital, ready to spoil his baby brother. I deeply regret the fact that Ocean didn’t have the chance to solidify a strong fraternal relationship with his eldest sibling, but Eric Sr and I will assure that Ocean will know the amazing person his big brother was, and how much Eric Jr. loved him. Rest in perfect peace Big Son! Watch and protect us as you sit on your throne in Heaven. Until we meet again. Love Step Mma You were more than just my godfather. You were a guide and a constant in my life. Whether it was your quiet wisdom, your warm smile, or just your presence, you had a way of making everything feel okay. I always knew that if I needed someone to talk to, you’d be there without judgment, without hesitation. Our special handshake we had we would always do it every time we saw each other regardless of how long between visits you always remembered. Thank you for everything you did for me for your love, and your faith in me. I hope I can live in a way that honors you Rest well, Eric, I love you, and I miss you deeply. Love Dante Hall Dear Eric Jr, I still can’t believe you’re gone. It feels unreal to be writing this but I needed to to tell you what you meant to me.