Ch-Angel time . . .
This piece will actually envelope two people . . . Ann and Bill. They are the Batman and Robin of All Children's Hospital's media department. Superheroes with super hearts! They take heartbreak and make it matter. These two, among their zillion other responsibilities, develop the features stories for the All Children's Hospital telethon each year. They created Miles' story. They made us count. They made us a tangible, touchable effect of the hospital's abilities. They gave credence to our suffering, our stamina, our journey, our victories, and all the amazing things the hospital does.
These two, independently, are outstanding media stars. Incredible in their own abilities, when they put their beautiful heads together, they create incredibly touching stories that tug the heart strings, open the purse strings, and educate, too. Always behind the scenes, without much accolades, these two consistently produce work that help the hospital garner vitally needed funds every year.
In addition to their phenomenal media magic, I have had the privilege to get to know these folks on a personal level. I thought I was lucky having them portray my son's story for the telethon. What a pot of gold I have come across with the opportunity to call them friends. They are genuine, caring, kind, philanthropic, beautiful, unbias, dedicated souls. Willing to assist anyone in need at the drop of a hat, they give from the depths of their being with a true desire to simply help.
They earn their "Ch-Angel Wings" today through their selfless and tireless endeavors for those folks that don't have the platform to do so. Bless you both for all you do for so many others. Love you!
OK, I'm blushing. You are too kind. We are the lucky ones, welcomed into the lives of people in crisis with their beloved children in the hopes that telling their story will help someone else.
ReplyDeleteAll we do is try to honor the incredible gift we're given in each family's story. If others are moved to action by what we do, it's only because families like yours have been willing to share their hopes, fears and dreams. We're fortunate to work with you on these stories, but we're truly blessed to call you friends.
Ann