Tammy

January 4, 1992

Mom

One special thing I know about Tammy is that she brought someone very special into the church. A young person named Lilly. Lilly has become a special friend to me (she broke her ankle at girls camp while I was the nurse). It was Tammy's willingness to share about the church that brought Lilly the happiness she enjoys now! We introduced her to the world of great movies, like Lord of the Rings, Bourne, West Side Story, Ever After to name a few. Tammy's favorite thing is road trips. She will miss a Branch temple trip to go to Utah or anywhere with us on a road trip. She never gets carsick, either! I knew Tammy before she came to us at 16 year-old. She was always quiet and happy. She loved piano and church. But my special memory of her was the day that I asked her if she wanted to be a Medley. She lit up so much and said “Oh yes!” The following year, Dad, Tammy, Bethany, Isaac and I went to the Medford Temple to have Tammy sealed to her parents. It was a beautiful experience, Tammy and I clamoring for the Kleenexes!

Sarah

I didn't ever know Tammy too well until she came in October. We had an hour to ourselves. Mom had gone down to pick up Cafe Rio and Tammy happened to stay behind at my house and we found ourselves in my living room. I asked about her parents and she told me the whole story. All about her time leading up to living with Mom and Dad. We were both in tears. My chest hurt for her. She's been through so much. She's benefitted so much from living with the Medleys, but I think she's taught us all way more about overcoming trials. Love you Tammy! Happy Birthday!

Miriam

Tammy and her sister will forever be a special part of my young women's experience in Eureka. Kendra was a beehive when I was a Laurel and I always remember her little beautiful blond sister, Tammy. She played the violin and was always smiling. Though I wasn't lucky enough to live at home when you came to join the party, I feel like you were always a part of our family and my adolescence.

We are blessed to have you Tammy. Happy Birthday a few weeks ago!!

Naomi

Tammy is so special. I remember when her family first started coming to church when she and her sister came to young womens. Her sister, Kendra, was my age and Sister Messerly would always try to help them get to church. Tammys teachers were always amazed that she did so well in school despite all the hard things she went through. I am proud of Tammy and the things she has overcome. I am glad and grateful to the Lord that Tammy came to live with us. We are so lucky. I remember the night she came to live with us. Right before her birthday in January. That was three years ago... I think. The time she has been with us brightened our home and she brought a new sense of humor into the house. I am happy you are part of our family. I love you. We love you.