This is Ashley and her lovely kids. Ashley is not only a close friend but a coworker of mine. From the first time I met Ashley I knew we just had to be friends. Her joy for life and her bubbly personality could make anyones bad day instantly change. She has a heart of gold and has helped out those around her. Ashley continues each and every day to teach me about life. Her positive attidude and unfaltering strength is contagious and empowers those around her to do the same.
Ashley was diagnosed with a very rare stage four cancer in December, yet through it all her postive outlook on life has not even waivered. A week before the shoot I asked her daugher if she was practicing her smile for the photo shoot. Her response "No I am just smiley, my classmates always ask me why I smile so much, mom always taught me to be thankful and happy for what is around me...so yeah I just smile". Ashley gives her children (and all those around her) one of the greatest gifts, the gift of Happiness.
Ashley is starting a foundation for single mothers with severe illnesses. There will be a benefit for her shortly and I will be posting more information on here as details are finalized. If anyone would like to make a donation please contact me.
