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Easter

I love this time of year.

The snow is melting and nearly nonexistent. We’re teased with days of warm weather, reminding us of the world that exists outside of our homes. The birds, and squirrels are returning to our yard, and Ledger peers out our front window watching runners and mom’s pushing strollers down our street, desperately wishing he could join them outside.

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As spring rolls around each year, there’s a feeling of hope as we visit Preslee’s headstone at the cemetery. The return of chirping birds creates a peaceful feeling to our visits.

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Last week during church, I was asked to bare testimony on the resurrection to the Primary children in our ward. I taught the children about the similarities we will experience one day in the future - Christ was laid in a tomb, and Preslee was buried in a cemetery. Christ rose again, and so will Preslee. She’ll be reunited with her physical body, just like Christ was. A day I dream about often when I’ll be able to hold her in my arms again. Christ visited Mary outside of the tomb, and Pat and I will be there next to her when she resurrects. I became emotional as I testified that I knew there will be a day when Patrick and I will be able to watch Preslee physically interact with her three younger brothers. I testified that because of everything Christ did for us, our family has the opportunity to be together forever.

What is more hopeful than that?

I hope you all have an incredible Easter weekend. And though I’m thrilled to hide Ledger’s Easter basket, I’m equally excited to begin teaching him about how the resurrection impacts our little family.

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11 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 29, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    you're so great. this brought tears to my eyes. you are an incredible mom! i cant wait for that day for you. xoxo

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  2. TrinityMarch 29, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Thank you for the simply sweet reminder of what Easter is truly about. I too am thankful for the opportunity to have eternal families.

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  3. LisaMarch 29, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    Much love to your family! I love this holiday also and the hope and happiness we celebrate! Your faith is wonderful and a light to many!

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  4. greenapplesMarch 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    I love it. Christ rose, Preslee will raise and everyone we've ever loved and miss will rise right along with her.

    Happy Easter Ashley and family!

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  5. glendaMarch 29, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Happy Easter to your beautiful family!

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  6. Grandma HoneyMarch 29, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    I love how you wrote that you and Pat will be there when Preslee is resurrected. What an incredible truth to hang onto. I feel so happy for you just thinking about it.

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  7. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    Wow...i have chills. Beautiful!

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  8. PattyMarch 30, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    I'm much older than you, and we lead very different lives, but you inspire me to be a better person. Your story, your beautiful daughter and son (soon to be sons), your resiliance. Thank you for taking the time to write. Happy Easter!

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  9. MByramMarch 31, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Just wanted you to know your little family is on my mind today....I can't wait for you all to be reunited with little preslee. Happy Easter!

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  10. Kip & MelissaMarch 31, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    I love this post, it's very sweet. I'm thinking about your family and hope you are feeling good!

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  11. AlishaApril 2, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    This one made me cry (but usually posts about pres do). :) Happy Easter!

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