Ashleen's Memorial

Hello Adrian. I don’t know whether or not you’d remember me; I believe we did meet once or twice. Ashleen was a dear friend of mine for a period just before the two of you met, but sadly she and I lost contact shortly thereafter. I became aware of her illness while trying to find a way of resuming contact with her. When I eventually decided to reach out to her, I discovered, much to my profound grief, that I’d missed my chance by only a few days. I’ve been wanting for some time to tell you, Adrian, that I found Ashleen’s attitude towards her illness the epitome of her wonderful character and daily I’m inspired by her to be a better person to those around me and our planet; in fact the truth is I’ve long been fighting what had begun to seem a losing battle with depression — but in my absolute darkest hour Ashleen showed me what joy in the face of implacable diversity looks like, and, without ever knowing it, she brought me up out of that place and she gave me the most precious gift I’ve ever received: hope. I shall never forget her. I am so very sorry for your loss and I offer you my most sincerer sympathy as well as my warm friendship, should you ever need it. With gratitude and affection, Edward Pollitt

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