By Matt Thornton (Dreams of Casey Collection)

Shortly after Casey had passed, I remember having a vivid dream that brought me immense comfort in what for all of us who know her was a difficult and trying time.

The dream was set in this true story:
In the fall of 2005...

By Matt Thornton

Casey's Dad always had fun playing pranks on her and her brother. I learned this side of him as I got to know the family better, although at first I admit I was a little intimidated by him. This led to friends joking about our original...