Valerie, this is a wonderful, sweet tribute. Prayers and hugs to you and Doug.
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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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