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06-05-2011, 05:10 PM | #16 |
YT 2000 Club Donating Member | First and foremost while roses are so lovely, here (without an icon) is a sunflower. In a moment or two, why the sunflower. Your post today was so evocative, so clear, I almost felt like I knew Ashley; and I grieved, and cried for the loss of this beautiful being. But I don't cry for your sadness; it is a measureful joy of your love, of your remembering, of a heart that has grown so much in the experience of this love. Ashley was the joy of your heart, and as someone much wiser than I said; "the wind beneath your wings". Please know that my arms are around you; to support you in your rememberance, to embrace and help ease your pain. And anon to the sunflower; Do you know why a sunflower is named so? It is not because it looks like a sun; it is because the sunflower turns it's face to the sun, as this light and beautiful sun tracks it's path through the sky. How special is that? A flower that finds any little bit of light and turns it's face to receive it? And so this is what Ashley was and is to you, and I am sure you were to her. Two faces, turning each other to the light. No matter any shadows, there will be some light. So now today, and the next day, the next, and on and on, she is your light; and in time Memory that most gentle of truths, will surround you, nuture you, and will continue to cast the light of true love. Be well my friend; I am here for you always.
__________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018 |
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06-05-2011, 07:26 PM | #17 |
♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia
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| A beautiful tribute to Ashley. I too always enjoy reading about your girls and seeing their gorgeous photographs. Their spirit and your love for them is so powerful that I often imagine them leaping out of the pictures. Your girls were blessed to have such lovely parents.
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06-05-2011, 07:59 PM | #18 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York
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| I'd like to thank you for all of the beautiful responses about Ashley and me. I've spent most of today working on reports for work that I must complete before the morning. I still have a lot yet to do, so I will respond more tomorrow when I have more time. My love for Ashley is something that has always sustained me and brought me joy; I know from the feelings that I have for her sisters that it always will. We were blessed to have Ashley with us for almost seventeen years, and there was so much love and vitality from her all of her life. I don't think it's possible to fully prepare oneself for losing someone so loved, so it's difficult to adjust to life without her. I know those I've loved always remain a part of me no matter how much time passes by, and that will be so for Ashley, too. I found my way to YorkieTalk because of my love for her. I truly appreciate the support and friendship that I have found here and the beautiful words expressed.
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . |
06-05-2011, 08:50 PM | #20 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas
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| Lisa I sent you a pm before I realized you had started this thread. What a beautiful tribute to little Ashley. I know you and John miss her soooo very much. I sit reading it and just bawled. I know how hard it is to lose them. Ashley had a wonderful mommy and daddy that loved her so much and she knew that. You had 17 wonderful years with your little girl and I know how thankful you are to have had her that long. Remember the good times and I hope after today things get a little easier. It takes time. You never forget them but time does help when you can once again talk about them without crying. What a beautiful little girl. You were blessed. RIP sweet little darling. |
06-06-2011, 06:47 AM | #21 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Where the deer and the antelope play
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| Lisa, this is a beautiful tribute. I really enjoyed the pictures of your beautiful girls and I absolutely love that quote from the book. Thank you so much for sharing it.
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06-07-2011, 12:30 AM | #22 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York
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| There are so many beautiful posts that I wish to respond to. I am truly sorry that I was unable to do so yesterday but I will later on today. I think all of the exhaustion and emotions finally caught up with me. I often can get by on little sleep with little ill effects, but yesterday my head was unable to think clearly. In spite of the pain I was feeling from my migraine, I was able to feel such warmth and love in my heart, and it really helped me to get through my day. I don't think anyone can really understand what the support on this site means unless you have been in a situation where you have needed the support of this special community and been the recipient of its love. I believe that YT prayers help and that we have a beautiful community of people on this forum who really care about the pups and the people who love them. I have been on YT for almost one year when Ashley was alive and one year since she has been at the Rainbow Bridge with her beloved sisters. I experience the full gamut of emotions when I come here. I love the stories and photos, the way people reach out to each other, and the love for the pups. Most of all, I am drawn back here each day because I've grown to care so much for the people and their babies on this forum. Thank you so much for the friendship, support, and love that I have received here and for caring about Ashley and me. It has truly warmed my heart.
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . |
06-07-2011, 05:12 AM | #23 |
Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Texas
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| I wish I could have known Ashley, and your other babies. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful tribute to your beautiful, precious, little rose.
__________________ "Betty Boop" The light of my life & the joy of my living! |
06-07-2011, 07:03 AM | #24 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: sunny california
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| Moved me to tears. |
06-07-2011, 01:27 PM | #25 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Georgia
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| What a beautiful and heart-felt tribute to Ashley. I, too, was moved to tears.
__________________ Prince, rest in peace. We miss you and love you so much. |
06-08-2011, 02:35 PM | #26 | ||
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Thank you so much Lisette. I really appreciate your support and kind words.
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . | ||
06-08-2011, 02:49 PM | #27 | |
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__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . | |
06-08-2011, 03:08 PM | #28 | ||
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Thanks, Brenda. Ashley made me feel very proud to be her mommy. My friends could always tell by looking at my face when I was talking about her. They could tell by the expression on my face and the sparkle in my eyes. She was such a special, loving, and fun little girl.
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . | ||
06-08-2011, 03:22 PM | #29 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida
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| wow... I don't have words. Your post, your story - the picture you painted with words of your Rose has really touched my heart. I am crying, sadness because no matter how long we have them it is too short, and joy to see into your heart and see the joy of the love you shared. Thank you for your words and sharing your memories
__________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy |
06-08-2011, 04:01 PM | #30 | |
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This book is really wonderful. Several years ago when I did a great deal of research and analysis of it, it was considered the most widely read book other than the Bible. It's very short (the Spark Notes are much longer), and it has beautiful illustrations. My niece recently bought me the pop up version that came out less than two years ago, and today in my school library, I saw it made into a graphic novel in French and English. There are two greeting cards made by Papyrus with quotes from the book, and the attached photo is the cover of the one with the stars quote (this quote is the older translation). The other card has its most famous quote: "It is only with it is only with the heart that one can see rightly, what is essential is invisible to the eye." The one with the stars is a sympathy card. I was unable to find it for a while, and I contacted Papyrus, thinking it had been discontinued. They told me it is one of their most popular cards. I got this photo from their site where they sell them online. Kathy, you are always so supportive, and it means so much to me. I always appreciate all that you've done to help me cope with my loss of Ashley. Card by Papyrus
__________________ Lisa and Katie Ashley 6/10, Gracie 2/04, Kiwi 10/03, and Jolie 7/93 . | |
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