Shanda, you wrote from your heart and it shows your faith in God is rock solid, thank you for writing and sharing your journey this year.

Your faith is proven by your words and actions. Your strength is amazing. You honor Ashley in all you do. I keep you all in my prayers.

My love stays with you all and Ashley will never be forgotten

The first year after our loss, you supported me so much, Shanda, and I have not returned that honor very well. You have been in my thoughts, though, and I know this is a journey that unfortunately you are all too familiar with. I will think of Ashley today and your family as you mark those "firsts" that sting so hard. It's a lonesome journey...confusing and surreal. I hope you find joy in this season, despite the loss. May God hold your hearts.

This is so perfectly written! She loved you, all of the family, and her friends who she treated as such more than anything (even good card stock!). I smile biggest when I think of seeing her again. Love you!

Thank you for this beautiful post. I have thought of Ashley and remembered you through this year. I praise our caring God who comforts the broken hearted through the ways you have noted here. You are faithful as you receive His loving care for you as you remember and celebrate together. Holding you close to heart. Blessings, Heather

We think of her often and miss her lots. Thank you so much for sharing.

I love you my brave, strong and courageous sister🙏🥰!!!

Shanda, Thx for sharing a very difficult year of firsts., but always the silver lining of Ashley’s presence and spirit with you and all her family and friends who loved her dearly.
Sending love and God’s grace to all those who loved Ashley and care deeply for her family.
🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

She is missed very much. Thinking of you and the family 💙