I wanted to create this story-board as a treasure for my family.

Recently I was in car accident that could have ended very badly and I took a step back to realize how fortunate I am to be part of "The Rayner Clan".

Kaitlin and JB Leary - Kaitlin your hard work and determination in television is inspiring in what it means to be focused and ambitious and like all of us we Heave Learned giving up is not an option. And you have found a truly exceptional guy in JB- I feel like he has neen part of the family since the beginning. JB you are a great addition to our family and looking fwd to planning more visits with the two of you and can't forget that adorable dog - Junior :)

Carroll, Laurent, and Claire Paulhac

Carroll- actually Dr. Rayner a title that you earned and amaze me everyday and I get to say to people I work with in the medical field my aunt Carroll is definition of a hard working brilliant and resilient physician. Studying for your medical boards in the last year showed all of us that nothing is impossible and I am in awe at your humble disposition regarding it you are my hero! And this is one of the reasons I wanted to write family wisdom because we are a family that sets a goal and achieves it!

Laurent- Bonjour! I am lucky to say that you are my favorite French uncle :) you are a role model to me in your hard work and creating success! I love visiting the Paulhac :)

Claire- I can't believe how fast you are growing up! You are talented in so many categories and you are humble about your achievemenfs, you are on the path to achieve continued success and look forward to more family visits :)

BritTany rayner-

Brittany you are the Google genius of our family :) I am inspired by your hard work and the success you have achieved and continue to achieve! You are humble and brave and i remember when we would go skiing and I may have been scared at times but you always encouraged me to just do it and you and nick as children were the cutest still are especially with your teenage mutant ninja turtles :) and I still have to plan a visit to Google :)

Poppa pete-

Poppa pete you are the best grandfather that we could ask for! You and Grandma Jane always made sure that the grandchildren knew what fun was and to enjoy being a child, especially Italian ice! We are lucky to have you in our family :) and I think Elvis would agree :)

Jane Rayner-

Aunt Janie- you are full of life and always know how to have a good time! And you would be proud of my makeup skills these days :) I love hearing your stories and the jack story will be a forever classic! I am lucky to have you as my aunt and look forward to many more good times :)

Sean, kristine, ryan, ava, brandon & baby curtis

Sean- I always say I am lucky to call you my cousin, but even more lucky because you often are like a big brother to me. You give me advice when I need it and you tell me like it is you don't sugar coat things and for that you are the best big brother! Your success inspires me and I love being able to attend Curtis Sunday dinner! My favorite part about visiting Long Island is seeing all of you st family dinner :)

Kristine- you are amazing and inspire me to push through a long day at times. Some days when I am feeling tired I then pause and remember you and all that you have to do in a regular day and you achieved qualification for the marathon and you are having baby number 4 :) and you have a heart of gold! I am honored to say you are part of my family you help to make our family great and I think we should all go cheer you on at marathon 2016 :)

Ryan- you are the first great grandchild of the family and you are the perfect choice! You know how to make others feel welcomed and have a huge heart :) and I can't forget great athlete as well I will have to try and plan a time to come and see one of your games sometime :)

Ava- I love the messages you send me sometimes they are the best! You know how to make someone laugh and also give great hugs! You are a great sister to your brothers and a great athlete too and I will have to see one of your games too one day !

Brandon- you are always ready to have fun while looking cool in sun-glasses! And you are good at sharing too you always share the iPad or food with me and I love you!

Dr. William & nicole rayner + lola

Uncle Billy you are the voice of reason in our family and you are Doctor Rayner :) I always will remember my drive to New York with you and your band and I was all of 6 or 7! I was so excited to get to share That drive back with you and you took very good care of me. You have a big heart that believes and sees the good and you happen to be really good musician! And I am Honored to say I am your niece!

Aunt Nikki- I remember when i first met you and how excited I was, you knew how to connect with each of us and you are like Uncle Billy the voice of reason when help is needed. And you known how to turn things or items into a work of art ;) and I also remember when i came down in hurricane sandy i knew in my heart I had to because we are family that's what we do no questions asked and I Knew you and uncle Billy would do the same for me. And look forward to fun times with family at the 52 California street and with Lola too !

Gaby paulhac

Gaby you are my cousin who I am so very proud of! You have a strong sense of who you are and what you believe in. And I love seeing all the fun pictures and posts :) enjoy these moments because the definitely go by fast and I am so glad and honored to say you are my cousin! I had such fun with you one day that you made Madeline cookies that were delicious! And i would love to get together more with all the cousins!

Olivia Paulhac

Olivia first of all I am so happy that you go to school, in Chicago. Chicago is one Of my favorite cities! And you are a sophomore yes? Like I said to Gaby enjoy these years and know that I love you and proud of your hard work and enjoy getting to spend time with you and your sisters and excited to share this journal with you and everyone! You are the best o-lo lo!

Chris, Mary, chrIs & lindsay rayner

Uncle Chris you are one of my biggest heroes! You taught me how to believe in myself and that I am part of this amazing family. You taught me like grandma Jane to never give up and you are the reason I can ski anywhere! I loved skiing with the Rayners and being together with all of you! One of my favorite holidays was thanksgiving in Wilmington where everyone stayed at your house. And I look forward to many more family reunions and listening to stories about our grandfather Ed Rayner and Robbie and Gill. I am proud to say I am your niece :)

Aunt Mary you are one of my favorites! You are a guru at organization! I wish I could be as organized :) you have a special place in your heart for all of your nieces and nephews and making sure that everyone is ok . you hard work and dedication to real estate inspires me, and it reminds me how lucky I am to have a great role model who also happens To be my aunt :) love you !