the faces behind the voices

At Sit, Lay, Rest, every conversation begins with compassion, and the understanding that the love we share with our pets is matched only by the grief we feel when they’re gone. What started as part of The Day After has grown into a dedicated space to honor those bonds, led by two women who know the journey firsthand. Ashley and Liz bring empathy, openness, and heart to every episode, creating a community where stories are shared, grief is acknowledged, and healing feels possible.

 
 

  • FOUNDER / CO-HOST

    Hey! I'm Ashley, founder and co-host of Sit, Lay, Rest Like many of us, grief found me early in life when I lost my mom to breast cancer when I was just 9 years old. That profound loss shaped me in ways I never expected, and it was during that same time that I experienced my first heartbreaking goodbye to a beloved pet companion. Though I kept much of my grief private as a child, these experiences helped me understand the deep impact of both human and pet loss.

    Born and raised in Rochester, NY, I now live in Buffalo, NY, with my husband Nate and our two fur babies, Lady & Molly. They're especially precious to me because I know firsthand how deeply pet loss can affect us - both as a child and more recently as an adult. When I'm not recording, you'll likely find me cheering on my beloved Buffalo Bills, travelling, or enjoying time with friends and family.

    Life has taught me that sharing our stories can be incredibly healing, which is why I'm so passionate about creating this space for all of us to navigate grief together. Your story matters, and I'm honored to be here to listen and share in your journey.

 

a bit about us

 

  • HOST, SIT LAY REST

    Hey! I'm Elizabeth, or as most call me, "Liz". I have a beloved family-given nickname too, but I'll wait to share that until we get to know each other a little better. I'm your humble co-host for The Day After's new series on pet grief, "Sit, Lay, Rest". Loss and grief are ever-present in my life, as they are with most, and I'm ready to talk about it more. I'm a mother to an amazing little girl and loving wife, daughter and friend. The true definition of a "leo", passionate animal lover, yogi, and homebody who is happiest cozied up with a good book. I've experienced significant loss in recent years but the passing of my 14-year old soul dog, Isabel, has fueled my desire to connect with others experiencing deep emotional pain and grief from pet loss. I'm grateful for the opportunity to hear your stories and continue our healing journeys as a community.