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Easter

This week we had a couple of bright sunny days, which inspired me to make a trip to the cemetery. While Ledger and I were were heading out of town, I realized I was starving, so I pulled through Subway, grabbed a sandwich and continued on our way.

Have I ever told you how much I love the cemetery Preslee is buried in? It's always sunny, there is rarely anyone else there visiting, it's in the middle of nowhere, all in which makes it incredibly peaceful. 

Once Ledger and I arrived, I tied up a little Easter Basket. On the headstone, I placed a little blue stone that my aunt Desi sent us. She explained the stone reminded her of Preslee's eyes, and her love for rock collecting. As I went to get Ledger out of the car, I noticed he was fast asleep. 

What a tender mercy. 

I sat down in the sunshine, listened to the birds chirp, ate my sandwich, all while thinking of Preslee.


As I gazed at that little lamb in the Easter basket, I became overwhelmed with gratitude. I know I said it last year, but I now look at Easter very differently.  As I sat on the grass, in the exact spot where Patrick and I will be buried one day, I had an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for our Savior. I am so grateful for His sacrifice, which will allow our little family to be reunited in the future. 


What a blessing it will be for our children to have an older sister constantly watching over them, helping them throughout their life. I couldn't help but think about the day Preslee will be placed in our arms once again. She'll have even better, more patient parents as we've learned from life experiences and will have her siblings gathered around her, helping her in return as she grows. 
It's a cycle.
An amazing blessing. 
All because of Jesus Christ.



I hope you all have an incredibly Happy Easter weekend. I love everything about this Holiday, hopefully we'll all remember the glorious thing it stands for.

Our Savior.

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13 comments:

  1. CherriApril 6, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    Thanks for touching my heart yet again!

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  2. AnonymousApril 6, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    You are an inspiration. Thank you for your example and the reminders of what this life is all about.

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  3. russandkatieApril 6, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    that was beautiful! what an amazing reminder of what Easter is really about. We showed our kids that same video for FHE this week and it had a major impact on me. It's amazing how at age 31 I am still learning and growing in the gospel!

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  4. ShaynaApril 6, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    I love that cemetary also. My great grandma, who I loved with all my heart is buried very close to Preslee. She died in 06. Her headstone has Vernon and Mildred on it, if you ever notice it. Haply Easter to you and Pat.

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  5. RachApril 6, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    thank you for this

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  6. Dana BrownApril 6, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    I really enjoy your blog. It reminds me of all the blessings and tender mercies in my life as well. I write too for it's healing qualities. I hope my blog touches others as yours has touched me.

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  7. MelindaApril 6, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Thanks Ashley, love this post.

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  8. debbieApril 6, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    I've been following your blog for awhile, but I've never commented. This was a beautiful post. The part about Preslee being placed in your arms again made my whole heart smile. Beautiful! Thanks for touching my life.

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  9. The SullengersApril 6, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Can we please go out there when we come? We haven't seen the headstone yet and haven't been back since the funeral. How nice to enjoy such peace!

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  10. The Miller'sApril 7, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Hi Ashley,
    I have never met you, but I read your blog often and I just wanted to let you know that I think you are such a great writer! I love reading about your sweet family. You guys seem truly amaizing!I love every post you do, but I thought this one was so sweet. It seems like the little tender mercies, whether they come when we need them most or when we least expect them, are a great reminder that God loves us and is truly watching over us. I have to admit everytime I see a picture of little Preslee I get a little teary eyed, I think it's cause my little girl looks so much like her.
    Thanks for all your inspiration! Not that I didn't try to enjoy every day with my loved ones before, but because of your blog
    I try and cherish every single moment, even the hard.

    All my love,

    Sadie

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  11. Kennedy KlanApril 7, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    Thank you for this Post and your Kitchen Love post, they both touched my heart and made me grateful for what our Savior has provided for us. You have a BEAUTIFUL spirit Ashley, I can see why our Heavenly Father choose you to be sweet little Preslee's Mother. You are simply amazing and strengthen my faith with every post you write. Thank you so very much :) Happy Easter!

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  12. Auntie EMApril 7, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    Thank you Ashley for the beautiful post. Elder Holland's talk is so marvelous and true. Our Savior saved us and made it possible for us to look forward to that perfect day when we will be forever with all of our loved ones and Him. May your Easter be filled with joy and hope, peace and love.

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  13. JannetApril 8, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    This was just beautiful... Thank you for sharing. I love your blog so much. The blue eyed stone was perfect...

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