Once they were alone, she asked John about the stranger. Smiling, John explained, “His name is Dave. He’s the recipient of Rowley’s heart.”
Shocked, Jennifer realized the profound gift John had arranged: her son’s heart was, in a way, with her on this day.
Later, at the reception, Jennifer met Dave and his mother, who embraced her tearfully. Dave thanked her, handing Jennifer a stethoscope so she could listen to Rowley’s heartbeat once more.
It was a moment of healing, a reminder that Rowley’s spirit lived on, not just in memory but in life.
Jennifer and Dave kept in touch, and through him, she felt that Rowley continued to be a part of her life, in heart and spirit.