What Lures 4 Laney Means to Me

Tomorrow is the big day (September 21st). We gather at Ricky B's in Windsor with 10 of the best bands in Colorado to remember a little girl we lost a couple years ago and also put our best effort forward in trying to end the disease that took her away from us. But, it's not just another radio event for me, this one goes deep. 

I have been in radio for 6 years now, some would call me a young pup, but in that short amount of time I have gotten to meet and experience a ton of cool things. There is one thing that stands way above the rest as the most important to me and what I am most proud of… “Lures 4 Laney.”

Having a daughter who is right around he same age as Delaney would have been, it's hard for me to even fathom the thought that she is going to die and there is nothing you can do about it. Truly a parents worst nightmare, and I can't think of anything that could be worse. Little boys and girls are full of nothing but innocence and love, they may drive us up the wall at times, they deserve no pain.

Even though Delaney went through so much over the 9 months that she was sick, but throughout the whole ordeal she had an understanding of the situation at only 3-years-old, and a clear love for life even when her days were so dark. She inspired so many, including myself to want to do something. Unfortunately, there was nothing that could be done for Delaney, and we lost her in March of 2011. But, I knew from that point forward that we could never forget what Delaney taught us, and also that I would do everything in my power to see that this never happens to another little boy or girl.

So now we are in year number two of the event. Last years event was great beyond my wildest dreams and even earned the Colorado Broadcasters Association Award of Excellence for Community Event of the Year. Flattering to say the least, but not even close to the end of the road for the event.

Due to some personal issues I have dealt with over the last year, and starting a new radio station, there was a day or two that I thought the event would have to be put on hold for this year, but I remembered the promise I made... To keep Delaney's memory alive, and never quit working towards the end of this disease. So, this years event may not have the glamour that last years had, but, it's just as important.

So many great people have stepped up and donated their time, things, and money to see that this year goes great. I hope you can take some time to be a part of it too. It would mean more to me than words can describe.