Tuesday May 29, 2012
Today, I was invited to the elementary school to see a
presentation that was being given to the 5th & 6th
grade students and some parents about the PUSH program. They talked about the
Global Awareness Fair that the students were involved in this Spring and what
they learned about disease & cancer. They talked about raising money for
me. A representative of the American
Cancer Institute was in attendance and spoke to the group and complimented the
kids for their efforts in learning about cancer and raising funds for me to
help me in my cancer journey. At the end the 6th grade teacher went
up front and talked about how hard the classes had worked to make a difference
in my life as they earned money as a school to help me out. Then they revealed
a GIGANTIC ‘faux’ check made out to me in the amount that the kids had donated.
It was for an incredible $2, 937.10. I was astonished at that amount! I can’t
believe that they raised so much. I truly believe it is a tribute to the
amazing community in which we live and the example of terrific parents and
encouragement of dedicated teachers. I had a chance to thank the children for
all their effort, prayers, kindness, and goodness toward me and my family and
how much we are feeling of their love and support.
It was wonderful to talk to some of the teachers and staff
and see their faces again. The principal told me that it has been a great
experience to see these kids come together in such a big way to rally around a
common cause and make an impact for good in someone’s life . . . that would be
my life! Words can’t express how much I appreciate all that they have done for
me. I want to get better and get back to working at the school.
My friend Camiel, told me of one little boy who brought $100
dollars to the school to donate to the “Mrs. Jacobs Fund.” The teacher called
the parent to let her know that she ought to be aware that her son brought that
much money. The parent told the teacher that she was completely aware of that
donation and that the little boy had emptied his piggy bank to bring the money
to school and the parents agreed to let him do it. Wow! What a humbling story.
It touches my heart to hear of these acts of kindness and service on my behalf.
It is also a very humbling recipient to be on the receiving end of so much love
and goodness. I am so very blessed.
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