Kristen was of course talking about Mallory on Sunday.  I did not know Mallory well, was only around her a couple of times; however, felt I knew her well because of the way she had touched so many lives and reading the journal and listening to Kristen.  I loved Alice"s heartfelt words and am so very happy you celebrated her life on Sunday .  What a wonderful way to celebrate and especially at Egleston.  I am sure Mallory was there every step of the way with her beautiful smile!!  

A friend of mine had her Mother"s memorial service on Saturday.  I have lost too many very close loved ones in my life and was reflecting how it has been that I have been able to get through those losses.  My mother passed away forty four years ago and I still can close my eyes and remember wonderful times with her just like it was   yesterday.  My best friend June was just two years ago and my Dad 14 years ago and no matter the time period the memories are as vivid.  The void never leaves but the memories keeps them with us.  Celebrating their lives is a beautiful thing and they would never want us to mourn but to live life to the fullest with them in our hearts.

Sweet Mal...Sunday was very hard.  We choose to CELEBRATE your life.  Cynthia and I had a Girls Day Out, just like you and Lisa enjoyed together.  We ate a great meal at Olive Garden.  Cynthia had a dessert, with chocolate...of course.  We wore crazy socks...Cynthia giggled as she tried to get her toes in the toe socks...she stated that Mallory would be laughing at her if she could see her...then, said wait, she can see me...so sweet.  We listened to the Grease soundtrack...our day was amazing...all in memory of you.  We miss you so much.  Our family has another hole (Pawpaw, too) in our family get-togethers...I will never been the same.  But, we do know that you would want us to move forward, embrace life and celebrate both big and little things that awaits us.  We LOVE you, We MISS you and We HONOR your memory.

The Bakers, Steve (uncle), Kim (aunt) and Cynthia (cousin)

Yesterday was such a tough time for us all, but with prayers from friends and family we were able to make it through.  I just love what Lisa and Mike did yesterday.  That was a great way to celebrate our Angel"s life.  I miss her so much.   She  is always in my heart.  We love you Mallory....I know you are shouting with joy at our BAMA National Championship.......Sending you hugs and kisses up to Heaven...

Love Maw Maw and Robert

hi the smiths,

my name is joyce and im steve and kim"s niece. i wish i could have meet Mallory. i know from the bottom of my heart that i would have loved her. may she smile down and watch over all of you from heaven.

                                                                      Joyce Edwards

Lisa, Mike, Family and my dear nephew Joe

Thought about all of you today as I do most days. Nothing I can say will make things better for any of you but please realize many of us are here praying for all of you. Mallory was amazing as you know. She left a legacy that should make you proud.  And she would be proud of all you do in her name.

Joe"s Aunt Patti

Mike & Lisa,

You have been on my mind so much lately. I am lifting you up in prayer. Please know sweet Mallory continues to impact so many lives ( even those who only knew who from a distance) She will always have a very special place in my families heart. What a shining example of God"s love to everyone she ever came in contact with.

much love,

Jeannie Fuller

Psalm 34:18

Mike & Lisa,

I cant begin to tell you how heavy my heart has been for you in the previous months. I know all too well how hard the holidays are and have prayed for you constantly. People will tell you that the first year is the hardest because everything is a first without your sweet Mallory, but that is just not true. The truth is that the "hole" that was left doesnt grow back in......you just learn to live with it and everyday is a task in itself but the special days are worse.   The past few days you are again on my heart and in my prayers as you and your family approach that dreaded one year that mark. There are NO words that can make the pain easier but on the days that you hurt the most just let God comfort you and talk to Him. He truly is the only way to get through each day but especially the tough ones. Please know that you are in my thoughts more than you can imagine. Your in my prayers as well.

With Love,

Denise Blackburn & Family

Dear Michael & Lisa, You and your family are still in my prayers. I think of Mallory often, and what courage and what wonderful testimony she had. Although I never met her in person, I felt like I got to know her and a bit of her family through her journal. She is one of the bravest people I have ever known, and still an inspiration to me. Praying for comfort and peace for you... 

You have been on mind lately. I wanted you to know we are thinking about you and praying for you and your family.  Avery still talks about Mallory all the time.  She has the turtle Mallory gave her sitting on her bookshelf and she gets it down and plays with it and tells the story of when Mallory gave it to her.  She is missed and loved so much. 

Much love and lots of hugs,

The Whitfield"s

Merry Christmas in heaven to a beautiful angel.  May God bless the Smith family with the knowledge that you are in His arms at peace and without pain.

Lisa Lawrence

I have been thinking about all of you these past few days. I remember seeing Mallory when we picked y"all up that Saturday after Thanksgiving when we all were headed to Stone Mountain. I remember her kicked back on the sofa, just looking at her I could tell she did not feel good. I remember telling her to feel better and I loved her as I walked out the door. I remember how much Lisa was worried about her all day and us getting the news the next day she had been admitted.

We were all praying that it would be a short stay but then everything went downhill. We don"t know the reason why this happened to such a sweet soul. We will never understand why she had to be taken too soon. We know she is in a better place with no more pain but that does not make it any easier or miss her any less.

I pray for your family every day! For God to please to take the pain away. You will always miss her, that will never go away and it just hurts me so much that there is nothing we can do but just pray and be there when y"all need us. No matter what happens we will always be there. Lisa, you said it best on night we were at the hospital and you introduced us to someone, I said we were friends of the family and you said "No, they are family". And FAMILY sticks together, even though we are not blood relations we are family in our hearts!

Never forget that, we will ALWAYS be here for all of you and pray for you each and every day.

Hey Lisa!

Just was thinking of you and your family. So blessed to read about the walk. The Lord is using your family to bless this earth and His Kingdom SOO much. You are all a beautiful example and encouragement. Prayers for all of you. Be blessed!

Mal-Pal,

I lost my sweet beautiful mother last night after a battle with liver disease. This whole process with her got me thinking how much I miss you and our chats. Still think about ya all the time. See you again someday.

Dan-Man

The walk was just wonderful and I loved seeing all the crazy socks.  Dierks will be an amazing big brother just as Michael was to sweet Mallory.  I"m so glad I got to see you and Dierks at the party on Sunday.  He is so sweet and adorable.  Those blue eyes and long lashes will be charming all the girls soon.

I know September was a hard month and I"m sure it didn"t get any easier when the calendar turned to October.  A person like Mallory makes an impression on your heart and you just can"t get over that.

Love you guys and I will pray for you always!

Lisa

I am so happy that the walk was such a huge success!! Miss Mallory continues to impact so many lives. You have been on my mind so much lately. I feel so blessed to have known your sweet girl. Prayers continue for your family.

love,

Jeannie Fuller

words can"t describe the feelings I had on Sunday.  The walk was absolutely amazing!!! Everything was perfect just like our precious Mallory! I know we all made her so proud at the walk & you could definitely feel her presence that day! I can"t wait to do it again next year! :) 

Lawanda

I just wish I could put into words just how much I miss you and love you so very much. Happy Birthday sweet angel!!

Forever and always your Nana Rhonda.....

Thinking of y"all today as we often do.  Mallory"s picture is on our fridge with the rest of our family members....Happy Birthday Mallory!  What a celebration you must be having...we can"t even begin to comprehend what a party!! 

Much love and lots of hugs,

The Whitfield"s

Hello Smith Family,

I know this will be a hard day for your family and I"ll be saying a extra prayer for you. May God continue to wrap His arms around you all and bring you peace and comfort.

Love, Kathy

Praying for the Smith family today because I know how hard this day will be.  Mallory, we miss you so much and I know you are celebrating your birthday in Heaven by dancing, singing, spending time with our Lord.  There were just not enough of your birthdays here on earth so we could all celebrate with you.

Lisa

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET MALLORY!  I was so honored to be a part of your walk yesterday and so honored to know you.  You are still touching lives each and everyday.  I miss and love you so much! 

Love,

Kristen

Dear Smith Family,

I just wanted to thank you for allowing GA Allstars to participate and honor Mallory in such a special way.  Her wild and crazy personality, coupled with her mismatched socks and bigger than life smile always made us laugh.  I am sure that she was in Heaven laughing at Jamie Parrish in his "Hello Kitty and Curious George" socks today.  We had an amazing turnout today, both in walkers and financial contributions from the kids.  I am sure Mallory was screaming that "OH YEAH" as we began and sent her mark with the two 17"s in the total at the end.  Bless you all as you continue to keep her legacy going for many years to come.  See you next year!!!!

Robin Glass

GA Allstars

Hi Mallory,

I know stressful . I send all prasies to you ,and prayer changes things. my daughter Ayana which 14 now was diagnosed with liver portal hypertension  in 1999 under the care and surgecial team Dr, Heffron. Todd Pilan, and the nurse Julie. now that it 2011 she"s under the care of Dr. Remero at Egleston too. Although things are going well for now she continues to be in and out of the hospital , she just left 2 days ago because she started bleeding internally again. These are the tribes and trubulations she has  been going through since she was 2 yrs old. But i keep faith and keep GOD FIRST!!!!!!!!!! Then everything falls in order... Even though she has had her up and down days she continues to keep her spirits up because she know God is with her . So i say to you hold on because God doesn"t make mistakes.

Sincerely, Cortney