Dearest Judy: I am so very sorry that this season of profound loss is upon you. My heart is broken especially for you but also for Ashley's circle of friends and family. This sounds like something you and I could stand outside for hours after choir practice, in the chill, shifting through tears and thoughts and memories and questions of why life has to be this way. Why does it have to be this way? (from "Crucifixion" by Samuel Barber -- "ah sore to Him were the wounds -- but sorer still to Him was the wound that came upon his mother.") I am heart-broken for you. I know your life has changed drastically during this time, and no words can carry healing power equal to your wound. Please know I am there anytime for you, whatever the need. You are in my prayers, love and heart, and sincere sympathy are with you during this time. A genuine "Bless your precious heart" dearest Judy, and a candle is lit for Precious, Beautiful, Angel Ashley.