Our family has done mission trips and we're reminded about trying to help people.

It's clear to me he [Montalvo] is trying as well, ... With the help of his family, I am sure he will stay out of trouble.

But then, people usually do miss what's right in front of them.

I feel terrible for those people. They're still trying to get their lives back together. I see it and I just can't stop watching it. Like a train wreck.

He's always happy and very polite and kind, and I'd like people to know how talented myself, my associates, family and friends think he is. He writes religious as well as everyday poetry and even some that begin each line with the letters of a person's name.

We do need them to bring their pledges on Saturday, but people are willing to help right up to the last minute.