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Light the Night 2014

10/10/2014

 
Just two short weeks until the next Light the Night walk. After participating for the last couple years (2012, 2013) we really have a blast during this event. Having the opportunity to honor our daughter, Ashley, this way really means a lot to us.

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It would be great if you can join us in our efforts to support Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in their quest to cure blood cancers and support patients and their families while doing so. Join our team (requires you to have or create a login) or make a financial contribution. A little help can go a long way.

Great Dad

6/15/2014

 
My Commitment to Ashley and God
On Father's Day in 2005 I made a commitment to be a Great Dad to Ashley. Along with the verbal commitment came this certificate that I got from our local church. In many ways, I feel this was not just a commitment to my daughter but also to my Heavenly Father, to be the best that I can be. What an appropriate way to celebrate the holiday by acknowledging the love, encouragement and care that our Heavenly Father has for us.

Not Forgotten

5/24/2014

 
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Power of Youth

11/9/2013

 
In November 2013, we distributed the first funds from Ashley's foundation to local charities. We want to contribute to organizations that help or support youth, since Ashley inspired us with her 'Power of Youth' presentation. This is the start of Ashley's world domination effort, from the ground up, by helping to empower youth of our community.

Some info about the organizations that benefited from Ashley's inspiration:

- According to their website, the
Bus Project Foundation will meet students where they are, engaging a new generation of Oregonians as active civic participants in their communities.

- The mission of
Girls Inc. of NW Oregon is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold. Our vision is empowered girls and an equitable society.
AKD Foundation Fund
The first distribution from Ashley's OCF fund. November 2013.

Light the Night, 2013

10/19/2013

 
Thanks to Becky Ziemer for organizing a Light the Night team to honor our daughter Ashley and to help blood cancer patients and their families fight against this deadly disease. On Saturday October 19th we walked more than two miles and raised over $600 for LLS. It was a gorgeous night with dry, warm weather, a stunning full moon and amazing fireworks. Click through the pictures below to get a sense of the evening. Or visit a previous blog post that describes last year's event. 

By the way it's not too late to make help out by making a financial contribution.

Pennies for Patients

3/8/2013

 
"It means hope. Ashley’s experience was unfair, but knowing that others may not have to go through what she did is reassuring." - Koreena
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National Honor Society students at Oregon City High School (OCHS) recently raised $933.26 to help Leukemia and Lymphoma Society help patients who suffer from blood cancer. Ashley was  named the Honored Hero for the campaign. Her life and spirit inspired the students to action. As mentioned in a recent OCHS blog post, Koreena G. Wagner, Ashley’s friend and an organizer for Pennies for Patients, said, “It means hope. Ashley’s experience was unfair, but knowing that others may not have to go through what she did is reassuring.” 

Check out the flyers that were used to advertise the event.

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Light Up a Life

12/25/2012

 
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Thanks to Raelene Young for donating to Providence Willamette Falls Hospital Hospice's Light Up A Life program in memory of Ashley. Her generosity will help hospice patients and their families.


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Angel of Hope

12/9/2012

 
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International Rose Test Garden, Portland OR. © 2012 Nick Drew.
Thanks to Paul and Debbie for inviting us to attend the annual Angel of Hope event at Riverview Cemetery. It was very helpful for me to hear what other parents have gone through after losing a child and validated many of the feelings I have had in the during 3 & 1/2 years. The Angel of Hope is based on Richard Paul Evans' national bestseller, "The Christmas Box." Annually, on the second Sunday in December, a candle lighting vigil is held at the Angel of Hope sites around the world at 7:00 p.m. local time. This commemorates and honors the memory of all children who have died.

Light the Night

10/18/2012

 
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October 18th, 2012
Ashley’s school counselor invited us to join her and Ashley’s friends as they walk for Light the Night which occurs annually in downtown Portland. We previously participated in LTN during October 2010 and really enjoyed the mostly-dry walk around the Willamette River waterfront. This year was no exception. The weather stayed dry and relatively warm and we really enjoyed our time. Thanks to my coworkers Becky and Carol for joining us in the walk.

Ashley's friend's Koreena and Emily made a fantastic banner to honor her while we walked.
Thanks to Susan Boardman for making a $25 contribution to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)  and giving Team Ashley an enthusiasm boost. If you'd like to make a financial contribution feel free to do so here and help us help fight blood cancer.

In Vivid Color

4/24/2012

 
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Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, Woodburn OR, 2012
Just launched this new website for Ashley. It has a fresh new look and hopefully stands out more than the previous site.
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