Almost Surely…

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 by Michael L. Crave

Sixteen Years ago, all sides of the family came together. Changing their routine and stopping in. Celebrating the life of Riley.  Each visitor with a chance to look and to hold the future… A very bright one.



When we were crafting her name, we wanted her initials to bring history together. Marissa from her father, but dating back to the Craver’s American arrival in 1777 (the original Michael). Riley, from her mother’s first and middle initial- reworked as a tribute to her amazing grandmother; the matriarch; Shirley. I even call her RileyJo from time to time… Because Debbie Jo is my mother. My daughter possesses all her best qualities. Monograms were a theme in the mid-2000s. Times change, but we envisioned her jackets and bags would look special with MRC to represent a child of perfect unity. 


Her approach to life brings together the best of genes. Her mother’s intellect and thirst for knowledge with the Craver charisma tempered with mercy. Constantly taking in new books and enjoying the history of auditory excellence. But the best part is how she treats every person with compassion, familiar or not. Having the privilege of watching her become an increasingly powerful woman, the very best part is to watch her use her abilities to help.


She has an affection for animals and appreciation for her elders that completes a vivid daydream that defines any of ancestors. One grandfather’s love for horses, another for cats, and a universal affliction for dogs across farmland.


Riley is constantly aware of the present, but has an intuition for shaping decisions that will make for a better tomorrow. Her compassion for her brothers and protection of their choices resonates where she wants the world to be. No matter how loud their behavior or how unconventional they choose to live. She has an everlasting support which is a lighthouse for how folks could and should treat their fellow human beings.


She has an amazing story to tell… As a man who is very proud of his family, I am both happy and sad to say – she will take it from here… Happy Sixteenth RileyJo!


You have my love and carry our dreams with you, wherever you go.
Love, Dad.


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