Granger Smith

They chose to honor River in a big way to celebrate his birthday.

"That's Why I Love Dirt Roads" has several subtle visual references that might be nods to the memory of Smith's late son.

The family that bought the couple's former home made sure to preserve something important to the couple.

It's the beautiful scenery around the second verse that will make the song a hit.

The couple traveled to a poignant city in their history to celebrate his milestone day.

He and his wife made the decision they felt was best for their kids.

It's all in memory of sweet River.

"The full gamut of emotions today," Amber says.

The Smiths are navigating their loss — and their grief — as a family.

Smith wrote the song "Heaven Bound Balloons" just weeks before his youngest son's tragic death.