It hurts to say that my dear wife, Geri Rei, was called home to heaven on May 1, 2018. As many of you are aware Geri was the inspiration behind Bountiful Rei's. Each design created tells a story not just about her but about struggles in life as a whole. We all go through them its a matter of how we go through them. And that is the message of Bountiful Rei's. There is always hope, together we can get through anything. Geri lived and breathed hope through her faith and family. Until the end Geri fought not for her life but because she loved life. Geri loved spending time with family and friends. She brought joy and hope to many not by words but by the way she loved. Her example is a roadmap to true happiness. Geri's strength came from prayer. She prayed for others most of all. Geri offered to the Lord what she was going through for others. She always thanked the Lord for bringing such wonderful people into her life. Geri made many lasting friendships beyond this life for one simple reason. She loved with all she had.

The face of the woman indicates a strong silence. Her eyes are closed showing she is deep in thought. Her head is lowered in respect. The slight smile shows hope. That things will be okay. I tried to capture most of the qualities of womanhood in this design. Walking with Geri on this journey I got to see all the qualities of womanhood first hand which includes being a wife, daughter, sister, mother & grandmother. Geri was the inspiration for Bountiful REI'S. The pink colors represent those fighting cancer, caregivers & their families. The eagles flying are ascending toward heaven. Eagles are a good sign. As a child, Geri's grandmother called her Wia Hunska and the name stuck with her. In Lakota in means Tall Woman. She definitely has lived up to her name and then some. WIA HUNSKA! Geri means so much to many of us. I have been extremely blessed to be her husband. We love you and miss you. God bless dear family and friends. Bountiful REI'S will continue in the memory of Geri & all those who continue their fight. We will fight along side you. Thank you all. God Bless.