I just wanted to let you all know that I finally got around to mailing the savings bonds to Aidan today. It's been a hectic few months for me, and I apologize for dropping the ball (or at least holding onto it for so long) like this.
I sent the bonds to Aidan care of Shannon's dad. I included the following note to Mr. O'Neill explaining what the meaning of the package was:
I also sent Aidan a Christmas card in the package, along with an Episode III electronic book that plays various sound bites and sound effects when you push the buttons, and a Christmas ornament based on the C-3PO & R2-D2 holiday image that a friend of mine made (the Yoda one was for me).
I'm hoping Aidan will hold onto the card by which to help him remember how much Shannon meant to so many people.