Ashlin

I want to take this time to remember a loved one.

Ashlin Munday

Ashlin is my cousin.... a year in between Michelle and I. She was tragically taken from our family 2 years ago. I will never forget that day... EVER! I had to explain to my two sisters what happened (one being pregnant at the time). It was the worst news I've ever shared with someone.

Ashlin was beautiful from the inside - out. Sometimes ... most times... she was doing something unexpected. She was her own person. I loved that about her. In fact, some teachers in high school were scared to have me in their class after they had Ashlin in it. :) She was GREAT!

There are times when I have deep sorrow for her loss. And then there are times when I feel like Im not allowed to be sad. Almost as if I dont deserve to grieve her loss. But the truth is.. I DO miss her.

I miss the way she put foundation on as lipstick. (I thought it was cool then.. not so sure now) I miss the times her and Michelle would give me advice or stay up all night giggling. I miss her funny sense of humor and honesty. I miss her hair changing every time I saw her. I miss her ability to mother her 2 BEAUTIFUL children.

Ashlin... I miss you! Im sorry I wasnt able to spend more time with you.

You were and are soo genuinely loved by so many!

5/17/09