UnTyed ~ Just Smile, and have a good day!

UnTyed

Unable to find a word that defines “a parent who has lost their child”, Kelly decided to create one. UnTyed tells of a parent’s journey through the emotions and stories that flood her soul after losing her son, Tyler, in a motorcycle accident. There is grief. There is sorrow. There are emotions that hold no name, but hope remains in knowing she will see him again one day in Heaven. Finding joy is a journey and Kelly invites you to come along for the ride!

Finding Joy Again

Nothing prepares you for losing a child. Talking about it is where healing begins. Here we share honest stories and reflect on raw emotions that nobody really wants to talk about.

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Discover personal stories of resilience, honesty, and faith as we navigate loss and learn to find joy again through memory, community, and personal reflections.

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“Just Smile and have a good day” was Tyler’s motto as he shared happiness and joy around the world using his online name, “Smiles”. He was a beacon for those who loved to ride motorcycles and used his passion to share his faith.

We invite you to join us on our journey of navigating life after losing a child, but also getting to know who he was under his helmet, and what he meant to so many people across the world who only knew him as, Smiles.

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Receive posts of encouragement, practical reflections, and personal stories to help you breathe, “Just Smile”, and trust in God’s promise.

A slender glass vase holds a single branch of white blossoms, some petals fully open and others still in tight buds, arranged on a simple linen runner over a light oak dining table. A small, framed watercolor of a soft, cloud-filled sky leans against the wall behind, its blues and creams harmonizing with the scene. Early evening light enters from the side, creating gentle, elongated shadows and a calm glow along the blossoms’ edges. Photographic realism, composed using the rule of thirds with a shallow depth of field, keeps the blossoms in sharp focus while the background softens. The atmosphere feels quietly celebratory and reverent, symbolizing new joy carefully nurtured in a home marked by loss.

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One of the things that made Smiles’ online presence so special was the way he connected with his followers. He made it a point to respond to those that commented on his videos and that was something that meant a lot to his follows as the amount grew to 50,000+.

We would love to hear your story, questions, or prayer requests. Reach out with kindness, and we will respond as soon as possible.

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