Anthony Alvarado

"I remember the day that you were born like it was yesterday. There I was 19 years old, right there by your mother's side, and we were having a little boy together. Who would have ever thought this would be our story. The doctor handed you over, and I got a chance to hold you in my arms for the first time. I held you close and looked at you, and as you stared back, I began tearing up with joy. The love that I felt for you, my son, at that very moment was more powerful than an

"We believe your son died from an accidental overdose." As a parent, what do you say to that? For the most part, I have been at a loss for words. This coming up Sunday is father's day, and it will also mark the fifth week since Gavyn has passed. Here I sit writing to all of you in hopes that this will help me process the intense thoughts and feelings that I have had. Many warned, especially those that have lost children said this nightmare becomes much more of a reality about