Just received shocking news that someone dear to me died in a car accident this morning on his way back from Deaf Day at Six Flags. I knew the driver of the car (Destin Hattaway); however, I only knew Kyle well. My heart goes out to everyone who loved Destin and Kyle. If anyone needs someone to lean on or talk to, feel free to contact me... With a broken heart as tears stream down my face, here is my tribute to Kyle Redd with love... TRIBRUTE TO KYLE REDD I've known Kyle for almost 8 years. He was a kid at Camp DOVE. I remember when I first met him, he had a big bright smile, which always stuck with him. Though he had a cute mischievous nature, he was always caring and reached out to those who were struggling. He was a leader and those young and old looked up to him. He was only 18 years old when he passed away this morning and was going to graduate from high school next week... 
Kyle always had the best attitude and great sense of humor. This picture was taken at Teen Camp last summer. In spite of being stung by a wasp on his eye lid, he didn't let it ruin his spirits and continued to brighten the room...Something he always did... 
This is my favorite picture and I've had it in a frame at home for the longest time. Every time I look at it, my heart warms and a smile appears on my face. (L-R: Sarah Wood, me, Kyle Redd, and Alex). This picture was taken at the Waffle House after deaf bowling night in the fall of 2005. We had a *blast* hanging out and chatting the night away... 
This is another picture from Teen Camp last summer. Kyle was very adventurous and loved sports and being in nature. He was a soccer STAR!
We all went kayaking on this particular day. (L-R: Ashley Huitt, Kyle Redd, and I) 
I knew Kyle was always there if we ever needed him. Here I am wall bouldering blind with Ashley, Alex, and Kyle watching my back... If someone was crying, Kyle was there to cheer them up If life was boring, Kyle came along and filled it with fun and laughter If someone was scared, Kyle was there to encourage them on If life brought challenges, Kyle was there to face it head on If someone was being bullied, Kyle was there to stop the cruelty Kyle, I feel a HUGE loss that you have gone away. I loved you like you were one of my own under my wings. I felt proud as I watched you grow and stretch your wings. Not only do I feel it is my loss, but also this world's loss Though you have given so much to this world, I know you had so much more to give This world was a better place for so many because you were in it This world would have become better because you would have been in it May we remember all the goodness about you and carry it on So that we may carry you in our hearts and make the changes as you would have wanted there to be I will never forget you and your smile will be forever printed on my heart.... May you be smiling wherever you are, Kyle and still enjoying yourself to the fullest! 
Kyle at the end of the high ropes course, swinging with a smile and "I love you"
We love you, too and miss you greatly, Kyle!!! | 
Special Note --- We would *love* to get married legally wherever we are and hope we can someday. We want to be able to travel through the states and live anywhere with the same rights as anyone. *Please* vote against same-sex marriage bans and FOR equal rights. It affects those near you dearly. 
