Our lost son has been returned to us. The list of people that we have to thank for the happy end to his story is enormous.

Folks from Greensboro and the surrounding area were a major part of the effort, from the Kernersville-based bloodhounds and their handlers that were first on the scene, to the Guilford County Sheriff's Office EMT who checked our son just after he was found.

The administrators and teachers within our school system focused not just on help for our two children, but on support for others who were worried by the unfolding events.

Our faith community and church sustained us by their prayers and, in many cases, their presence.

The people we work with in our Smith Moore family, our other colleagues in the legal community and many others were constant in their efforts. The number of dear friends, and friends we have not yet met, who volunteered to search or support the search efforts was awe-inspiring.

It is a testament to a remarkable region and a great place to raise a family. Thanks to all.

Please share in our joy.

Kent Auberry
Debbie Hayes
Greensboro