Shared More of Ashlie's Medical Supplies

We were able to share more of Ashlie's medical supplies last night.  Words can't really describe how good it feels to share her supplies.  We also heard from her school yesterday and they are ready to setup the day to celebrate Ashlie!  The entire school will be involved in a ceremonial tree planting at her school!!  We are so excited!  Can't wait to celebrate with the school personnel and friends that she loved so much. 
Still haven't heard about the hospice job yet... aargghh!!
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What a Wonderful Day

What a beautiful day!  Its so nice to see the sun shining and listen to the birds chirping.  We met a wonderful family today.  The drove all the way from Iowa to pick-up some medical supplies that they had purchased from us.  We truly enjoyed our conversation with them.  God works in mysterious ways.  We feel blessed today.
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Donated More Medical Supplies

Today we were able to donate some more of Ashlie's medical supplies.  They went to lower income families.  It feels good to know that someone, especially someone who can't afford them, can benefit from those supplies.  We also searched for more homes today.  The day started off being a dud, but as we made it further through the day, it became more successful.  We found one property that we really liked.  It was in such a quiet area and had a country feel.  Have you ever heard the saying "you can take a girl out of the country, but you can't take the country out of a girl?"  Well, that is true with me.  Although we live in the city now, I will always long to be living in the country again.  But... life takes us in different directions some times.  I had yet another good day again today.  It feels so nice to finally start having some good days.  The burden on my heart remains lighter.  We were blessed with another out of character beautiful day.  Much warmer weather than we usually have this time of year.  Ashlie... it would have been a beautiful day to take you out on the trail.  Mom couldn't bring herself to go without you.
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Ashlie's Medical Equipment

A few days ago, we received a thank you from the child that received Ashlie's lift.  He thanked us for "saving his Mom's back."  I can not tell you how comforting it was to know that we were able to help someone else through our loss.  That is one of the many reasons to "pay it forward."  God continues to work with me, guiding me.  Today was the best day I have had since Ashlie passed away.  He continues to lighten the burden on my heart.  For the first time, I actually felt happy...  it is truly the first time since she passed.  I am even finding myself wanting to start my crafting again.  Today I had a job interview for a hospice nurse position.  I felt as if the interview went well.  They will be interviewing for another week or two.  I gave it my best shot... we will see what God's plan is!  Yesterday we looked for homes ALL day, and we are going out again today.  I do not enjoy this process!  It is so stressful andI will be glad when we are finished.  God be with each and every one of you.
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Finding Homes for Ashlie's Equipment

My husband and I decided to donate Ashlie's medical equipment.  We wanted to start with her school and see if they had needs there.  Today we found a home for her Hoyer lift.  It went to a woman who has been trying to obtain one for her son for over a year.  He now weighs 150 lbs and she has been lifting him all by herself.  Ashlie's stander, just another medical necessity for her, went to her physical therapist.  He has a child specifically in mind.  Ashlie would be proud.  I know that we are.  Yet another way to pay-it-foward.  Honor her memory.  It is bitter sweet though.  Yet another reminder that I am NOT living in a dream...
Today was another rough day.  Knots in my stomach, headache, no appetite... what's new.  I actually shed some tears today.  Had a wonderful conversation with my husband.  Its rough.
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