A Realtor acquaintance of mine, whom I have never met other than through a real estate related social network, wrote a blog post that moved me tremendously, especially after I went to the websites she provided links to. I just thought that I would share this with those of you that read this blog and encourage you to visit those sites also.
She graciously gave me permission to reblog what she wrote. I hope that you find compassion and inspiration in this. And take Rita’s message in her closing sentence to heart.
Love Notes left behind by Rita Fong
I was reading an article about this little girl named Elena Desserich, she was diagnosed of brain cancer right before her 6th birthday. She died 225 days after the diagnose. After she passed away, her parents found lots of notes Elena wrote and hid them all around the house. You can see the love notes Elena left to her parents on www.notesleftbehind.com It just breaks my heart to know what her parents went through and lost their child at such a young age. Yet, Elena was so compassionate, and loved her family so much and left behind some unforgettable memories for them to treasure, she was an amazing girl.
Her parents published these notes in a book called Notes Left Behind, and all the proceeds go to a non-profit organization called The Cure Starts Now to find a cure for pediatric brain cancer.
Children love is so unconditional, pure, and genuine. Remember to hug your child and tell them you love them everyday. Don’t take anything for granted. Be thankful what you have.
