I am so so sorry! I'm in tears as my mind jumped straight to our big girls in their first dance classes together while the littles hung out playing with us at the strollers & such. I can't imagine the pain of this and I pray your family has strength to withstand it until you can find a little place to tuck it away & breathe. I haven't seen you guys in so long except Rodney on stage from afar, but I wanted to immediately jump through the screen & hug you both so tight. I'm praying & holding you all in my heart.

The obituary was beautifully phrased, Big Sis, and it sunk really deep with me as most of it mirrored my existence & a younger attempt at leaving pain behind. Except my very first Neurological appt to request a brain MRI is in 2 weeks after a lifetime of confusing struggles. I'm glad she had you all to help her fight & investigate through her time, but hate that something couldn't be done to give her relief. Her STAR will shine bright from Heaven & in our hearts for years to come. 

I wish I had been in your lives in recent years to share in the JOY of her kindred spirit for animals & creating, and to reconnect her with my Alyssa Joy.  I'm so sorry our paths split, but I'm near and here if you need me for anything, though I know your village is large! I think I can make it on Fri. btwn gigs, but if not I would like to see you soon & give you those long overdue hugs. Love, LaLa (+Bri & Alyssa Joy)

Rodney & Rhonda, my heart hurts for you both. As you know, I have walked this same path, and I understand the devastation you are feeling. I know the physical pain in your heart and in your gut. I know the sleepless nights and I know the questions you may be asking yourselves. 

This is a tough path to walk, but I know God is walking it with you.  Over the past 6 years, God has protected my heart in such a way, that I can only describe it as a "peaceful numbness", and I know He will protect you, too. 

Although life will be different, and tears will flow out of nowhere, there are still better days ahead. I promise. Please feel free to reach out to me if I can help. I can listen or I can just be present in silence. 🩷

Rodney and Ronda I am so heartbroken for you two and your family.  Grief is so hard.  I am here if you ever need a listening ear. 

What beautiful tributes you and your daughter have written to celebrate Natalie’s life. I  wish that I could have known her. I have always loved and admired your very obvious love for both your daughters. I could tell you two were their biggest fans. 

I will be praying for you my friends.  Again I am so very sorry for your great loss. 

With love, 

Cheryl