Love Like Lacey

Although I hoped to never write these words, our sweet Princess Lacey is gone from us forever. I am heartbroken and devastated that we will no longer be honored by her presence, but I am so proud of everything she did, how hard she fought, and the ability to call her family. My life was enriched in countless ways for knowing her, and for seeing first hand what a brave soul she was. That is a debt that I will never be able to repay. 

She is now dancing for Jesus, amongst angels. I will miss her sweet voice, caring soul, and telling her elephant jokes. While cancer may have limited her life, it could not limit her spirit, beauty, kindness, or inspiration to others. She was able to inspire and unite a community, a chance many of us never get to have. Her courage and bravery will live on in my heart forever. 

I ask that today, and everyday, in Lacey's honor, that you love unconditionally, and cherish the time you were granted with, and the life you are blessed to have. She fought a very hard battle, and I do not view it as "losing" as some people say, the cancer just became too strong for her body to fight. I will never forget a thing about her, and she will be with me every moment of every day until we are together again for eternity. I am going to miss her so very much, but I am comforted to know that she no longer is plagued by terrible pain. 

"Behaving like a Princess is work. It's not just about looking beautiful or wearing a crown. It's more about how you are inside" 
-Julie Andrews

We all grow up hoping we can fly, and now, she can.