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I had a really weird dream that Sunday night, 7/08/07, because I went to sleep with a lot on my mind.  I’ve shared my dream with your brother Brandon and it gave him goose bumps too.  I was disturbed and confused when I woke up the following morning and since I’ve always expressed myself better on paper I wrote my thoughts.  I called my Dad afterwards because I wanted to tell him about my dream and share what I wrote with him.  His opinion matters most to me so I always like to hear what he has to say before anyone else.  My Dad was confused about my dream as well, but he enjoyed the words I read from my journal.  In the middle of the conversation, I got a little busy at my office so we had to hang up.  Two minutes later, he called me again; 

 

Jen: "Yeah Dad?" 

 

Dad: "Sorry to bother you honey, but it's important. 

I want to share something with you that just happened...”

 

Dad: “Jen, as soon as we hung up, I had a vision that my Dad (my grandfather, who is now deceased) was sitting right across from me, He was nodding his head and smiling saying…

 

Grandfather: "I told you Nick, I told you she'd make you proud one day...." 

My Dad said my grandfather said it as if he was right there listening to what I wrote.

 

After that, my Dad suggested I send it to the Detroit News or Free Press, maybe even the Chaldean News but I told him that I wouldn't want to do all that!  I didn't care whether anyone read it or not, I just had to get it off my mind.  Coincidentally, the next day, a gentleman from the Chaldean Times Newspaper called my Uncle because he heard (or read) about this blog that was going around via email and Myspace.  He wanted my permission to publish it in the paper and he asked for a picture of me.  I felt that it was a sign, so I went ahead and gave the “Ok.”

I was kinda hesitant about it at first because I didn't want to offend someone I don't know personally.  When I wrote it, I posted it as a bulletin on Myspace and because I know all my "Friends," I wasn't really worried about anyone taking offense because they all know I don't mean any harm.  After a few hours of posting it, I signed back on and saw that 10 others had reposted it.  Many people commented and sent me messages applauding my thoughts.  A few hours passed and I started getting emails and phone calls on my cell while I was at my office.  My friends were saying how they just got this email that I wrote but it wasn't me who sent it!  They were actually MAD bc they thought I sent it to everyone but them!  Finally, I got it thru their heads that I NEVER EMAILED IT TO ANYONE!!!  I posted it on Myspace!  Anyway, I had them send the email to me just so I can see how many people fwd the message, and wow, there were lots! 

 

Last night my Mom called to tell me that my Aunt read the article in the Chaldean Times.  I was shocked to hear that it had already been published because I didn't know it was going to be so soon.  I jumped outta bed and went on a hunt to find the paper!  Sure enough, I found it at Sahara!  My article was on page two along with both of our pictures.  I hope your family has a copy and if they don't I have one (or two) for them. 

 

I've been talking to Brandon since the Saturday before the 7th.  I've talked to Candice thru email and I've sent Leslie a few messages as well.  I think about them all the time, it's crazy.  Brandon is wonderful.  I love him, I swear!  So far, it looks like he's doing a great job picking up where you left off.  I know he'll be fine and he's going to make you proud!  Although I haven't met the rest of the family, I can tell they're all amazing people.  I look forward to meeting them really soon, especially your Mom.  I'll give her a big hug for you too, don't worry!

 

The Tribute video I made is beautiful.  Your family loves it.  The song that plays throughout the video which John Hakim, my cousin, Farrah Kiminaia and my brother, Brandon Kiminaia put together for you is even better!  You deserve it though.  People have said nothing but positive things about you Ryan.  We know you're in a better place right now and I'm sure heaven is like paradise.  We'll all be there with you one day. 

 

I know it's going to be a rough road for your family and friends and that is why I ask you (again) to COME to THEM in THEIR DREAMS every now and then.  Assure them that you're okay.  This will help them get thru the healing process a lot easier (especially your parents).

 

I will pray that they accept this so they no longer mourn a loss.  Instead they'll celebrate your life because you were so amazing.  Brandon speaks so highly of you and every time he talks about you, I sense the pride in his heart because he's so proud to be your brother.  As for your sisters, they're going to make you proud too!  Just watch over them and everyone else, okay? 

 

I know you're in good hands in Heaven.  We'll see you soon =)

 

Ryan,

I met you only once but I still remember that day like it was today. You and your mother came to pick your sisters and I up from Us Blades. In the car Candice and lez insisted that I sing to you and so I did and I remember how nice you were and you told me that you really liked my voice. I thought to my self that day wow Candice has such a nice brother not only cause of the complement but just the way you were you were so sweet. When I heard what had happened I said to my self no way this is not real. As long as I have know Candice and Lez which would be about maybe 10 years or so because they have always been Shanelle’s friend and since I am her cousin I was always friends with your sisters but in all the time I have know them I honestly can say I don’t think I have ever seen them sad up till the day that you had to go.  They always have a smile on their face and love to cheer everyone up. You did a great job at rasing them, they are great girls. All I have heard is great things about you and my heartaches for your whole family Please looks over them and help them through this hard time. Your dad is awesome he is being so positive and such a great leader to the family. I know that you have a strong family and that you will help them become even more stronger. RIP Ryan you are now with god and one day we will all be there to you. I will pray for you and your family and may god bless you  .

Ryan,

I remember when i first met you, les called me while i was at work asking if we had any newports. You  guys came in and you were like man thats not enough, and later when i talked to les im like wow ur bro is like my brother nick.

That sunday that you passed, it was my cousins bridal shower and we went to their new house to go swimming, we were all having such a good time and we received a phone call from your cousin junior saying they cant find his cousin ryan on cass lake. I over heard the conversation and asked whats his last name thats so sad, and my cousins fiance replied ryan binno. I thought to myself ryan binno omg thats kandice and leslies brother. I ran out of the pool and started calling all my friends to find out what happened. Everyone i called was crying their eyes out, i knew then that you were kandice and leslies brother. My heart dropped i couldnt believe what was going on. I prayed for you and your family that night. Every slow song i heard in the car on my way home made me cry. I couldnt even begin to imagine what your family was going through, you have such a beautiful kind family. God does take the best people, hes gained a beautiful angel.

All i kept telling my family was omg they have the best family, the best parents. Your mom has a heart of gold, and your dad is such a strong man. I did not know how to act or respond to the situation. I was scared to call kan or les, cause nothing i or ne1 could say would take away their sadness. All i could do is be there for them and comfort them. I havent seen ur sisters in a months and we were best friends, its so sad that unfortuantely we reunited at such a sad event. Im a strong believer in miracles and i really thought god would grant your family a miracle. I will continue to believe in miracles cause they do happen. You are in the best place, and only the best derserve to be there. God bless your family, i love your family.

rip

LINDSEY STEPHAN

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

RIP

God Bless.

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE UPDATED VIDEO -

Tribute to Ryan Binno with family pictures and another song. 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okiDnBoWUSY

I never had the chance to meet Ryan but unfortunately I had the terrible chance of going through an experience like the ones his friends are going through. While I do know how hard it is on the family, I experience it as a friend everyday ever since February 20th when one of my best friends Heather Najor passed away. I look at it today as the worst feeling I have ever experienced and the worst situation I have ever gone through. People will tell you that it will get better over time but I am going to be VERY honest with you, it gets worse before it gets better. Having and keeping your FAITH will only make you stronger and accept the situation. If you do not believe that Ryan is in a better place, then you will never be ok with what happened to him. I can't explain why these things happen and I can't make it OK for any of you but I can tell you that when I see Heather in my dreams she is always smiling and assuring me that there is a Heaven and it is a peaceful place with no worries. One day, Ryan will visit all of you in your dreams. It may take weeks, days or months but he will make his rounds to each of you. I didn't know Ryan...I never met him...but my heart ached for his survivors and his friends because I know how it feels. I wish you all the best and I hope as each day passes you are more at ease. God Bless.

COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW....

- VIDEO, A TRIBUTE TO RYAN BINNO -

 

http://youtube.com/watch?v=_8Vqh5TpvvY

Ryan~

I miss the old days when I first met all of you guys. You, Melinda, Candice, Leslie, and Brandon. I was over my uncles house on Cass Lake and your uncle lived right next door. We were all competing with each other about who had the best fireworks on the 4th of July. We were so young then, I believe I was about 12 at the time. I started hanging out with your family and we became best friends. Me, Candice and Leslie. They would come over ever single day, or I'd be at your house. You used to always make fun of me and stuff...lol. Gosh we we all such little trouble makers back then! Ann and Eddy and your parents were sick of us all hanging out together because we were so wild! We used to have to beg and beg to either go swimming at my house or for me to come over your house and ride our bikes and rollerblade and play video games all day. Those were the days man....I always think about those days. Your family means so much to me, after all you were my first friends outside of the private school I went to.

We have grown apart since then...But the girls know my love and respect for your family will always remain. I see Candice and Leslie every so often, but I have not ran into you in a while. The ironic part about all of this is that I was just thinking about all of you guys recently before this tragedy.

I got a phone call from Dottie, who is living in Miami now, and she was asking me what had happened to you? I had no idea what she was talking about. I was on the lake that very same day, and I did not see you there. When she told me what she heard, I was like to her "No, thats not true." Not even really thinking twice about it because I didn't feel like it was real. I hung up the phone and my head was spinning....then I got a text from another friend saying to put the 10:00 news on because Ryan Binno was missing and had supposedly drowned on Cass Lake. So I ran downstairs and screamed at Eddy (my uncle) who was watching t.v. and told him to turn the news on and told him and Ann (aunt) what had happened. They asked who was I talking about I told them Candice and Leslie's brother and they started questioning me. I started getting so nervous...I could barely even change the channel on the t.v. and by the time I got to it I only heard half of what they were saying. Tears started coming down my face...knowing that sadly the news I had heard was not a mistake....something was definately wrong and had happened to you.

I cannot even imagine what happened that day....but all I know is you have not left my mind since. I could not sleep at all that night, and the next day was so hard for me because my heart was hurting so bad for you and your family. I wished they would just find you, I kept thinking to myself how could this happen? How could he be missing...perhaps God came and just took him because why haven't they found him yet. I kept praying for a miracle. I kept trying to make excuses, because I just could not imagine it to be reality. I thought - maybe he's just playing a joke on everyone. Or maybe he swam to shore and he's passed out in the woods somewhere, maybe he's just hurt and needs someone to come rescue him.

It's not easy Ryan. We all take life for granted, and tragedys like this happen all time...but somehow we just don't think it can happen to us or someone we know and love. I know that God does everything for a reason. And he took you to prove to us all that life is too short and that we should not take it for granted because todays happiness is not guaranteed tomorrow. You didn't deserve this, but your in a much better place. He only takes the best Ryan. You set an example for us ALL that we all need to cherish this life here on earth....because this life is not the one that matters in the longrun. The life that matters is the life in the Kingdom of Heaven, and we must not take this life for granted so that one day we can be with God in his Kingdom and see you again! We have laughed with you, we have cried for you, and now we can pray for you and rejoice for your soul resting in peace, and knowing that one day we will see you again.

You are an angel Ryan. You have taught us many things, and we thank you for that. May your soul rest in peace, and may God give your family the strength to make it through this difficult time. You will always be remembered, I think about you every day and you are in my heart always. Love you Habibi.

Hanna and Wedia are Angels from God. God Bless you and your family during your hard times. A few years back my uncle passed. These 2 angels were at the funeral every day lending helping hands and thoughtful, encouraging words. I just want to say Thank You God for ever introducing me to those 2 ladies those days. Angels, i swear....they truely do not deserve this. As hard as it was to let go of my uncle- he had lived his life, he was an older man suffering. Ryan, on the other hand, was just MY age! he had way more to see, to experience, and to live. God sure does work in mysterious ways. I passed through Romeo today on my way to work. I parked in the Binnos liquor store parking lot and wept. Such a horrible thing to happen to such a wonderful family. RIP Ryan- u'll truely be missed by many.

heather kizy

Hi Ryan!! It's Amanda Jamil, I don't know if you remember me, because it's been a few years. I remember when I used to come to your house after school with Leslie, me her and Lace, the terrible threesome! I used to tell Leslie "Im scared of Ryan"  and jokingly you would do or say things to make me even more afraid. Wow...I don't even know what to say. I've known your family for so many years and when things like this happen to people that you love you sitback and you think.."You never know the outcomes of tomorrow" I've been at your house almost everyday since this happened and I can tell you now that you have taught your brothers and sisters so many great things. I cannot even explain to you in words how much they all love you. I was sitting downstairs with Candice she made you a beautiful collage and I told her Candice, this is beautiful, and you know what she says..."Yeah, because Ryan is in it" Leslie gave you a fountain, she calls it "Ryan's fountain" right in front of your house that way you'll be right @ home. I heard you and Melinda were the best of friends, I can see why her humor is outrageous, she can make me laugh for hours and hours and days and days at a time. Brandon.....wow.....what can i say? Not only is he a splitting image of you, b ut I can tell you know that I have never met someone so strong in my entire life...you raised a respectable mature younger brother, and I am sure he will take on your responsibilities and pick up right where you left off. Your dad, amazing man who will be strong for your family, no matter what. Your mom please understand the pain she's going through and how much she loves you, put her in your prayers as she keeps you in hers. Ryan, I don't know what else to say, but I cant believe it, but whatever you need for me to do for your family to help in anyway possible, I will do that for you, just come to me and tell me and it will be done. I will keep you in my heart and prayers and I will never forget you. I love you & I love you Mr. & Mrs.  Binno, Melinda, Leslie, Candice & Brandon, my prayers are with you!

If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane,
We would walk all the way to Heaven, to bring you home again
No farewell words were spoken, no time to say good-bye
You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why
Our hearts ache in sadness, and secret tears will flow
What is meant to lose you, no one will ever know

 

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.

 

 When those we love go away, they never really leave us;
they are with us now, wherever we are.
Those whom we have cherished, live on forever,
for love wraps itself around the heart.
Although it's difficult now,
someday beyond our tears and all the world's wrongs;
beyond the clouds and all that we can see and touch,
we shall all understand.

    It was nothing that anyone could have suspected, There was no way for anyone to no. That something so tragic could happen and in a blink of an eye that an innocent  boy named Ryan Binno would have to go.

  I didn't no Ryan, but i was good friends with Candice. Ryan was ALL she talked about every time we went out!! 
Each and every day, Ryan,
A candle burns for you.
Please help your family get through this tragic time~
You are and always will be remembered --

Hi Ryan, I'm never got to know you but I go to school with your sister. I did not find out until Monday evening July 9th. It broke my heart when I found out it was Candice and Leslie brother. It hurts to see your family suffering. Ryan, I have never had nothing but good to say about Candice & Lesile, and it hurts to think what they are going through. I understand its a painful experience b/c I have lost 3 young cousins. I have read many good things about you. I really admire how you're a family guy, and hard worker. God reached out in love to you and wanted you to be his child. The Binno family has Ryan as their guardian angel to guard the family in all your ways. Ryan, I went to your funeral, and I want to say you have a strong father, and brother that is very strong also. You have three amazing good hearted sisters, and a beautiful mother. I know you will be watching over them. I will have you and your family in my prays daily. Everyone please pray for the Binno family strength in their darkest hour and for Ryan's soul to rest in peace. The example Ryan showed young people will be sorely missed and hope his short time on Earth will be an inspiration to young people all over. Tomorrow is not promised to any of us. GOD BLESS RYAN & THE BINNO FAMILY

Ryan, I've never met you before...but i did a comedy show with your brother Brandon...he's a great guy..gotta love him.... im sure he looked up to you...with his great personality and sense of humor...

When I found out wat had happened to you i was in total shock... I would like to give my condolences to you and the family...The Binno Family...iam very sorry for your lost...I will continue to pray for you and your family....MAY YOU REST IN PEACE....

Ryan,

I truly believe everyone was shocked to hear the tragic news on July 8, 2007. People called my phone and asked me what happened to Candaces brother and I had no idea what they were saying, I was with her the entire day at Madonna's aunts house. When I heard your name, all I could think was no way this is Ryan because Can always told me you always worked and barely went out. I was thinking of every possible scenerio of where you could be except in the water because it was so hard to believe. Ever since the sixth grade Candace and I were great friends and I always remember you makeing fun of us and yelling at Can about what she could and couldn't do. You always told her she was allowed to hang with me because you had good judgement even at 13! ; ) I will always remember the time when you, Can, Jacob and I went to Windsor! Candace and I were just talking about it the other day, I can't believe we got out of that one. We had fun that night and when me and Can lost you threw us a chip so generous... Although I didn't hang out with you as much as I would have liked, Candace and Leslie told me all the great things about you, like how you worked during family vacations and always let your dad take off. Since I knew your family so well, it was so hard to see them like this. Your family will always feel a void because you have left them. My family and I will always keep you in our prayers and we will always remember you.

Love always,

Shanelle Arafat

Ryan,

The one time I ever met you, the moment lasted no more than 2 seconds, but that was enough to leave me completely heartbroken after the news. I've been at your house, spending time with your family since God decided to take you. I wish I would have known you, so I could really understand the love these people feel for you. I'm sure your watching over them right now, seeing how Brandon is being and how proud you should be of him. I cry harder when I look at him, because he's being so strong and my heart is breaking, wondering how is the guy not crying?! He amazes me. They all do. You should be so proud of the way you raised your sisters. I'm sure they all have a little bit of Ryan in them. On monday, I was at your house pretty late. I was standing outside with Candice re-lighting all the candles that they put out for you. She looked at me for a quick minute and said: "I still don't believe he's gone, I feel like he's just on vacation, he'll be coming home soon!" I didn't even know where to find the strength to comfort her, I sord've choked up. But I let her know, Ryan's on a vacation to paradise. You'll see him soon. Ryan... visit them sometimes. I know I don't have to ask you to watch over them, because that was probably #1 on your list. But, visit them in their dreams, let them know your here, with them.. always. Let Brandon know you'll forever protect him and keep his strength going. Let Melinda, Candice & Leslie know that your always around to pick them up when they fall, guide them in the right direction and allow them to be thankful for the Angel they have gained from heaven. Let your parents know they have to be strong. Allow them to smile a little for you, and laugh.. even if it hurts, reassure them, you'll ease the pain. Show them that when the wind blows, it's you saying 'hello' Protect them, always. I'll see you soon.

& to Melinda, Candice, Leslie & Brandon...

I have been with you guys for more than a week now.. watching as you guys are becoming stronger & stronger with each passing day. My heart is aching for you and your family but just know, I will ALWAYS be here, whether it be to comfort you all when you cry, or make you laugh when your in the 'smiling' mood. I'm good for it all. I love you guys, so much.

<3Melissa Sinawi

Ryan,

so many questions I need to be answered but I dont seem to get a response. Why? Why? Why? thats the main question. Why did this happen to you, and Who? who where they?I was always told that the day you are born you recieve a ticket with a number on it, when that number gets called by the man above its ur time to go. But for seem reason i feel ur number hasn't been called yet, it wasnt your time. But then again no one can go back and change what happened. I havent stopped thinking about you for one second from Day 1. I havent slept right, cause I only imagine ur face, and still feel that this is one bad dream that we all need to wake up out of. You were the man, savior & idol to ur brother and sisters. You gave the best 22 years of your life to your family. When i think of people who die, i feel guilty b/c most people who die young, didnt get to do things that always wanted. But not you Ryan, your mother raised a man at a very young age. The day you were brought to this world you were born an angel, God aloud you to spend 22 years of your life down here with ur family and ur friends. You made the best of it, and always had a smile on ur face. Now you have been taken up above were you will spend the rest of ur lifetime there and always be in peace, and be happy. but this is not over yet Ryan, this isnt goodbye forever I know i'll see you sooon... it just depends on when god calls my number. But for in the mean time your mom is doing so swell, and i pray for her and the rest of the family every night... please talk to her, and tell her everything will be okay as well as your grandmother. I cant stop thinking about the  day we skipped school and went to the mall, then the time you took me and Jacob to meet your grandmother. I also have something else that I will never forget but i'll always keep this one a secret that only me and you share. I'm happy that we had are good times together. And Im happy that I met a family like yours cause honest to god they are all really great people. I love them all, just as they are my own family. I share a memory with each and every one of them. But the best moments I share are with you, and I will never forget them. I luv you Ryan and really do miss you.

R.I.P

Ryan,

         I've never met you before but I have met your sister Candice a couple of times.  She's sucha sweetheart.  The day I heard you were missing in Casslake i was so sad.  I said to my self... how could this happen? Why did God want this to happen?  Is God trying to send a message? If so... What kind of message?  So many thoughts went through my head.  I know your in heaven watching over your family and friends.  Please Ryan help everyone to stay strong and let them know that they will see you again.  I will continue to pray for you and you're family.  REST IN PEACE RYAN BINNO

Ryan,

That Sunday when I heard you were missing in the lake I thought to myslef no way!  I was just with Candice, How?  She told me she has to go home to be with her family because all of her cousins were coming over.  She had just left my aunt's house we were having so much fun, i tried calling her to make sure it was really you and if it was true and when she didnt pick up after the third time i knew something was wrong.  Then my heart just dropped, because i could have only imagined what your family was going through at that moment.  The next day I rushed out of work to be with your family, I just had to hug Candice and Leslie and pray for a miracle.

Even though i never got the chance to get know you, I felt like I did from how much your sisters talked about you.  Candice always kept telling me wait till you see Ryan he lost so much weight habibiiiii he looks so good.  I remember when Candice and Leslie were planning your parents anniversary party, they kept saying if it wasnt for Ryan this party would not be happening.  Candice used to always ask me find him a good girl madonz, please.  They both would talk to so highly of you, and how dedicated you were to your work and family.  It's CRAZY because just a couple of weeks ago Leslie had called me and asked if Ryan could start supplying our store with magazines and i told her no problem just have him come in and ill drop my other magazine vendor.

I guess its true when people say the good die young.  But I just want to know why, why you??  Of all people you, you were your families backbone.  your parents are amazing people.  Your mom is the biggest sweetheart and most loveable person, your dad is so patient and strong he is really helping the family.  So im still in question as to why this happens to such a good family, but i guess we will never know.  Ryan, I promise i will always be there for Candice and Leslie because they are like my sisters, and i hate knowing they are going through this.  I know your in a better place now, but please help your family be strong, especially Brandon, let him know your still always there for him, give him strength and dedication, because he sure has alot of responsibilities ahead of him.  MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND REST IN PEACE, ILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS.