I think this thread is a healthy example of differences of opinions and we should respect everyone's opinion regardless. Just life isn't it? Not everyone will agree.
I don't know Ashley,never met him or even knew who he was before A got ill. But seeing what him and saf have been through is heartbreaking. It's beyond comprehension. And yet many other families go through it all the time. But what Ash and Saf have done is bring it into the public domain more. I personally hate social media,but its definitely raised peoples awareness of childhood illness, even if alot of us feel it was too much towards the end. Usually we hear of a poorly child, maybe go and donate some money and then we go about out lives. But seeing their stories on a daily basis I think really struck a chord with people and they started to invest emotionally in their story- and it worked because they raised so much money.
I don't think they are spending the money for their own gains, but that's just my opinion. I think they genuinely want to help other people. That's not to say that Ashley isnt enjoying some part of the spotlight, but let's face it I'm sure he would swap it all in an instant if it meant his daughter was here. He's alot of things, but no one could doubt he loved A.
I 100% agree that he isn't supporting saf as much as he could and it breaks my heart. She's so vulnerable and as a new mum I just can't imagine how she must be feeling and how raw it all must be. But then again,maybe Ashley can't even deal with his own feelings.
What I would like to see, especially as a new mum. Is I wish they would talk more about the signs and symptoms of cancer on babies/ children. Maybe get some doctors or nurses invloved talking about what to look out for. Have them on their posts. Maybe doctor Alex who has a big sm following. I think while they have the world's attention it may save a few lives.
But I feel so sorry for them both and I hope in time they can heal and that one day when they've had a good life, they can reunite with their little girl once more. Rest in peace A. X