Everyday something happens that reminds me again I can’t call you to tell you a joke or remind you about something. But then, I'll hear a song or feel a gentle breeze, .... and I look around knowing you are sending me a kiss or a hug. I catch a glimpse of clouds at that special time in the evening, where the sun is in that perfect place to cast that silver lining .... and I say, "there you are!" 
You had secrets of you that I didn't know. Maybe because you felt you would disappoint me, or I would reject or withhold my love. But know now, there is nothing you could ever say or do to make me love you less. 
My words keep getting wrapped around and tend to lose their meaning. To say you are missed is .... Well, you know ....

Hello my sweet. Another year and I still miss you so much. Someone posted a question on Facebook or some social media platform. “If you could spend one hour with someone, who would it be?” My answer “Angela, of course.” I can see us sitting on a park bench on a sunny day, just marveling at our miracle. I would ask you “Why?” I would ask “was there anything we could have done to save you, or prevent this from happening?” And of course, there would be no answer for me. Just know that you are missed, your beauty, your smile and your laughter.

Miss you today, but that is nothing new. If only I could pick up a phone to talk to you. Until we meet again in Heaven one day, my memories will get me by. You’ll be one of my best friends til the day I die. ~ Dana (look at you making me rhyme lol)

Hello, beautiful. I think of you often. I sure miss you, my friend.

Hi my beautiful friend. I miss seeing your beautiful face and hearing your beautiful voice. I love you

Blessings Angela… Always.

Happy Belated Birthday Dear friend. Miss you

Happy Heavenly Birthday my sweet friend!

Happy Birthday in heaven my friend <3 you are missed by so many. I miss you. Happy birthday.

Happy Birthday Bestie!!!! I am sorry I only left a short note on the 4th. I was sick with Covid and I was struggling for a few days. Thankfully the symptoms were not severe, I guess that is because I had the vaccine and boosters. I can't help but think of everything you have missed and are missing as we speak. The world is changing and so are we. I chat with Mama from time to time and she fills me in on all of Tristans achievements and how Mama and Papa are doing. We all miss you so very much. There is a song by Kyle Hume called If I Would Have Known and I made a short video on TikTok with it and pictures of you. I am going to post it up here. But until I do that the song goes like this........

If I would have known that wouldn't be here anymore, I would have made the moments last a little longer, cause now I'm alone and you're just a memory in my mind, I would've given anything to say goodbye, If I would've known.......

And that is so true!!! I listen to the song often and think of you my dear friend. If I would've known there are so many things I would've done differently. I would've spent so much more time with you, hugged you more, talked to you more, and laughed more with you. I don't just think of you on the anniversary of your passing or on your birthday, I think of you daily!!!! I think of your beautiful smile, your hugs, and your voice. 6 years is too long to not be able to talk to you, see you, and laugh with you!!!! I pray you are happy, pain free, and watching over us!! I am closing this note for now and remember, I love you so very much.

Since Angela's parents and daughter moved to Texas, there is more frequency in texting or calling one another. It's been wonderful. But even when conversations don't include you, I often think about the memories you left so many. It is so great to share jokes with the family and hear them laugh. Debbie has a distinctive laugh I recall you also had. I wish I had known you better.

Thanks for the memories!

Oh Angela, I miss you so much. I can’t believe it’s been 6 years now. Please know that you are just as loved now as you were then.

We miss you and your beautiful smile.

Hi my beautiful friend. I miss you so much and I have so much to tell you. 6 years is too long without you friend. I made a video of you and I am going to try and post it on here. I have 3 grand babies now. I have 2 grandsons and 1 grand daughter. I wish you could meet them and love on them. Cordell misses you so much. Cordell has the 2 boys, Sebastian and Lux, and Zaria has 1 daughter,Capri. They are 2, almost 2, and 4 months old. I love you and you’re not replaceable!!!

Here we are again, remembering your smile and your hugs. OMG how I miss your hugs. Even six years later, people say time heals all things. But the hole in my heart can never be filled. I miss you my darling daughter.

Briefly It Enters, and Briefly Speaks
BY JANE KENYON

I am the blossom pressed in a book,
found again after two hundred years. . . .

I am the maker, the lover, and the keeper....

When the young girl who starves
sits down to a table
she will sit beside me. . . .

I am food on the prisoner's plate. . . .

I am water rushing to the wellhead,
filling the pitcher until it spills. . . .

I am the patient gardener
of the dry and weedy garden. . . .

I am the stone step,
the latch, and the working hinge. . . .

I am the heart contracted by joy. . . .
the longest hair, white
before the rest. . . .

I am there in the basket of fruit
presented to the widow. . . .

I am the musk rose opening
unattended, the fern on the boggy summit. . . .

I am the one whose love
overcomes you, already with you
when you think to call my name. . . .

Happy Birthday my friend!

Happy Heavenly Birthday sweet friend ❤️

Miss your smile, laugh and voice. Miss you lots my friend ❤️

Oh girl…I wish I could say I’ve gotten used to the idea of you being gone, but that would be a lie. I miss you so very much. I can’t tell you how many times you have crossed my mind recently. I sure could use one of your hugs right now.

And so my precious, another year and (in truth) I cant say the pain has diminished. So much has happened this past year. You would love living in TX. You would our new home. You would be so proud of Tristan. There are so many "You would"s".. We miss your smile, you heart and your hugs. WFMAHG!

"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well" ~ Julian of Norwich. Love wins.

Hey Beautiful, I miss you everyday and I miss hearing your voice. So much has happened over the past 5 years. I have two grand babies now. Sebastian (Cordells son) is 1 and Capri (Zaria’s daughter) will be 1 next month and they bring so much joy to my heart. I wish you were here to enjoy them with me. Please keep watching over us. I love you so much bestie.

Hello my sweet LaLa, I miss you more than you know. Your gorgeous smile and how you made me laugh. Rest easy and I’ll see you on the other side.

Happy Belated Birthday my friend. Miss your smile and our conversations.
You still hold a special place in my heart ❤️

Happy Birthday Beautiful!!! I love you. 

I wish I was handing you this flower and not leaving it as a tribute to your memory. I could really use a friend like you in my life again. These last four years have been crazy. You were truly one of a kind and I will forever miss you. Happy Birthday in Heaven Beautiful!

May the long-time sun shine upon you; all love surround you.
And the pure, pure light that’s within you, guide your way home.

https://youtu.be/cgZ4fUyxF8U

Good evening Beautiful!!! I couldn’t let today pass with out leaving you a little note. First I will tell you that I miss you more today than I ever have. I am going through this thing called life and not being able to hear your voice is so incredibly painful. I’m adding to our tattoo this year. I’ve finally decided I will add the Est. 93 like we talked about and I want the purple and green to stand out more. I will also be adding your initials and a butterfly. I’ll upload a picture when it’s done. I’m thinking of making a surprise visit to VA really soon so I can see Mom, Dad and Tristan. I think it will be good for all of us.

A few updates on my kiddos ..... Cordell will be 25 in two days and his first child was born in April of this year. Sebastian is his name and he is simply adorable. Zaria is pregnant with her first child, a baby girl, and is due October 21st. Pierce is working on his bachelors degree and Jaxson is 11 now and looks like he’s 15 years old .

We love and miss you so much. I love and miss you a ton. XOXO

I miss you. Still <3

Rest in peace Angela. Know that you are greatly missed . Your leaving was much too soon. God Bless and keep you always.

Another year. My heart still skips a beat every time I think about you. I still wish I could call and talk to you. Sometimes, I will be doing some little task around the house and I will get this little tickle on my neck or a caress on my arm .... I stop and look around and say "I know that was you." Silly, but some how comforting. Daddy loves you and grieves so deeply. He still cannot find the strength to visit this site. He wishes he could be stronger for you. He will be ok in time. But we will never fill that empty place in our hearts.

Thinking of you....
Deep peace be with you.

The way you would stand tall...cock your head slightly to the side and smile...You did this when you were happy in a specific moment..When I would see you do this I knew you were going to say something sweet or do something sweet. It was in those few seconds..I would get lost for a life time..my lifetime. You live on Angela.

I know how much you loved Christmas. This year was tough because Tristan is still struggling to understand. God knows how much we miss you. And God only knows how long it will take for us to understand all your painful struggles in the end. Why didn’t you let us help you? 

I can remember Angela as a small child with huge cheeks and sweet eyes. She became a beautiful woman that is still missed by family and friends. The memory of Angela is what keeps her alive in our hearts.

I miss you so much Secret Agent Sunshine....every time the clock shows all the same numbers I think of you. I long for the day I will greet you in paradise. ❤️

One more year. Still have tears. I miss you just as much today as the day you left our side. I miss singing our favorite songs, the hugs, the smiles, the endless talks, occasional walks ..... I just miss you.
Remember? Close your eyes and put your right hand on your left shoulder. Now put your left hand under your right arm.... and s q u e e z e e. That’s a hug from me.

Remembering you today, not that it’s different from any other day. I sure could use that beautiful smile of yours. ❤️

Hey Beautiful,

I want you to know you are so dearly missed. I think of you every day. I miss my friend. I miss our texts, phone calls, and weekends together. I miss your smile, laughs, and hugs. Oh how I wish you were here with all of us. I love you today, always, and forever.

I miss you so much. I miss the days of seeing your smile. Your joy carried over to anyone who surrounded you.

Still grieving... Wondering if I will ever be able to witness a sunrise, listen to music or watch a movie without feeling your absence.
Your life had such a positive impact on so many. Your smile could change the environment of a room. Your personality infused people with hope and promise.
Yours was an unfinished life. You had so much life yet to live. So much love yet to give.
I miss you so much.

Still <3

Thinking of you. Missing you.

Six years ago today my mother died. The day before her 80th birthday. Manny had been sick for a long time, so while her passing still an emotional shock, it was also a respectful right of passage to release her soul with love and dignity. Her memorial was private and specially planned. Tomorrow will be her birthday. I will make special efforts to be with you both in thoughtful prayer, seeking comfort and grace from your spirits I still feel. Closing my eyes, picturing your faces ….. missing you so.

"I Dreamed a Dream" that you danced the Salsa with the Mambo Kings and smiled as you listened to "Maria of My Soul".
Then Glinda and Elphaba sang "For Good" and bonded as life long friends. 
Your smile was as bright as a “Neon Moon”
But somehow, I knew you would be “Gone Too Soon”
The sun was setting with purples and pinks and golden hues,
You never said a word, but it was like you knew
“The Secret of Life” and that “Time will Tell” the story of all that was you.
The stars began to shine in the growing night sky, then you turned and winked with a twinkle in your eye as if to say “I Had the Time of My Life” a then a silent “Good Bye”
"Step by Step" you faded away, even when they played "Please Don't Go Girl".
All I could do was remember your life and listen to “The Music of the Night”
And “All I ask of You” is that when I get to heaven’s gate, “You’ll Be There”.
As Angela loved music, I could not help but remember some of the songs that influenced her life, thru movies, concerts, operas, etc. Each of the songs have meaning. From Les Mis, to Wicked and Phantom; dance scenes from Mambo Kings and Dirty Dancing, songs from Brooks and Dunn, Faith Hill, Wicked, Nelson and of course the NKOTB.
There are many things I want to say. Sometimes words just get in the way and don't accurately describe the feelings. Music never fails. Songs always provide a … phrase or a moment of clarity that help me find peace. My original hope for this website was that sense of peace could extend to everyone. It might provide a means of sharing things they did with Angela or memories or songs or whatever. I hope this site brings a smile to your heart. Angela would not want anyone to dwell on her death, but to celebrate her life. 
Thank you

I am sitting here trying so hard to say what I want but I am married and what I have to say is better tucked in and stored in a place where love and amazing memories live. A place where you will always be alive as long as I am. Your energy will never fade it will continue. I miss you <3

Daddy is still in a place that his heart can't take leaving a note. He misses you so much. Every morning he says good morning, and opens the curtains so that you can see the trees and the sky. And then every night he says good night before going to bed. He sang happy birthday, and watered your flowers. Hold him close to your heart, baby girl. He is trying so hard to forgive himself for things he missed …..

As only a mother can get away with trying to create a poem of memories … I offer this to you my sweet daughter. With love and lots of bear hugs, tickles and a million kisses....  I love you to the moon and back.

We remember it is your birthday and I’m in a pretty good place.
I’m looking at your pictures and your gorgeous face
I think today is a very good day to remember and be glad.
I’m tired of all the sadness, and I’m tired of feeling mad
I remember your first concert, The New Kids on The Block
You sang and danced in the Atlanta heat, but you sure knew how to rock.
Then Phantom of the Opera would mark your soul so true 
With the haunting “Music of the Night” and “All I ask of You”
Hung up in seat belts playing Red Light Fire Drills
Cold and rainy weekends camping at Clarks Hill.
Nelson concert and autographs, singing in the car
When it came to having fun, we didn’t have to go far.
Gone with the Wind in Savannah, quiet games with Chad
Myrtle Beach for the weekend, my what fun we had.
Christmas in Dixie, starting a family tradition
And then you grew to a woman, and blessed us with your child
There are so many memories, my heart can’t help but smile.
Our adventures on a Saturday, with the radio and singing along
Exploring and driving getting lost and found, but not for very long.
The friends you had and the hearts you touched
Were richer because you cared so much.
You touched so many hearts and lives, because you deeply cared
Now we hold our memories close of all the times we shared. 
Ok, yes, I really miss you, I confess I miss your voice,
And that deep bellied laughter that would make angels rejoice
I miss hearing you whisper “I love you” when you’d give me a warm loving hug.
And I miss the smell of your perfume when you would walk out of the room.
Yes, I miss you….
But when I start to grieve again I’ll think of the good times and remember when
To the moon and back again
Mom