Beautiful, Valerie Cindy
On Fri, Oct 21, 2016 at 3:37 AM, Valerie Maples <vlmaples1@xxxxxxx> wrote:
This very hour we mark 2 years since our sweet Nichole’s death. In her
memory, we continue to do children’s books and today Doug and I hope to
complete “We’re in the Wrong Book!” by Richard Byrne. For those old and
new who may remember our daughter Nichole who had severe CP and a passion
for reading, this is what we shared on Facebook.
Nichole Ashleigh Schreier Maples two years later
Life has a funny way of playing tricks on your mind. There are times when
you live in anticipation of a moment in time; a wedding, a birth,
vacation... and it seems like time stands still. Then, in a blink of an
eye, the event has come and gone. There are times when you cling to every
moment, savoring every minute detail, but no matter what you do, it seems
like it is over in a flash! In a few hours we will mark two years in this
journey of life without our beloved youngest daughter, Nichole.
In many ways, it seems like Nichole spent her life waiting in the shadows,
or more specifically, in Cindy's shadow. Not in a negative way, but more
like an understudy learning from a master, while adding in her own unique
perspective on the world. Nichole was the epitome of purity and faith from
all we saw in the life we were blessed to share with her. Nichole defied
the odds more times than I can count and lived 21 very full years.
Doug and I were truly blessed to be among the many people Nichole loved.
Nichole was blessed to be loved by and a part of more than one family.
Love is multiplied, not divided, when it is shared. Nichole was loved
deeply by two sets of parents and all the family that included. Then, as
Nichole blossomed into an incredible young lady, her family expanded with
the friendship that transformed both her life and Tasheina's.
Some people knew Nichole for her love of books and literacy. Others
cherished her prayers and ministry to the Mississippi State University's
Women's basketball team. One thing was never in doubt; Nichole had a pure
faith and no fears of anything in her life. Unshakeable faith and
unconditional love are hard to find these days, but anyone who knew Nichole
was blessed to witness these rare and wonderful qualities.
So, as we mark two years without our unplanned blessing named Nichole, we
are humbled that we shared in a life well lived and a sweet, pure girl who
brought love and sunshine to so many lives. We are reminded we have no clue
how many days or years we may share with those we love, so cherish every
moment. Let those you love know how much you love them. Perform random
acts of kindness and never quit believing that miracles still happen and
come in human forms sometimes.
Nichole, you will always be loved and missed, this side of Heaven. Doug
and I thank every person who loved Nichole and allow us to continue to
share her stories and pictures. One day we will all be together again, but
until then we can relive the "dash" that was her life. Nichole Ashleigh
Schreier Maples 7/2/1993-10/21/2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Oy2xZ08QXE
Thanks for all who bring books to kids so all may read!
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