Tonight's picture was taken on April 1, 2009. Mattie was in the physical therapy clinic, which for him was exciting since most of the time he was too sick to leave the pediatric floor for therapy. Mattie loved swings and other fun things that were in the clinic, but not on the hospital floor. So the diversions in the clinic almost inspired Mattie to want to move him body and participate in therapy.
Mattie was used to platform swings, since he had many years of occupational therapy prior to him developing cancer. Mattie loved movement and contrary to his personality (because he had a cautious and practical side), he loved heights, wild rides, and adventure.
Quote of the day: One day, a son asked his father, "Why is it always the best people who die?" The father answered, "Son, if you are in a meadow, which flowers do you pick? The worst ones or the best?" ~ Unknown Author
We are half way there...it is day 6 (out of 12) of the WTOP Click-For-A-Cause Contest. As of today we have received 420 votes..... THANKS TO SO MANY OF YOU!
We know that 12 days of a contest seems TOO LONG! But in a way it helps to keep the momentum going and for our supporters to help spread our message..... letting others know that we are one of the only childhood cancer foundations that focuses on the psychosocial needs of children with cancer and their families. Without addressing the psychosocial needs for the child and the family, the medical care is not as comprehensive or effective!
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Peter and I attended special interest group meetings today for the Coalition of Childhood Cancer. The Coalition is an organization which is comprised of 82 non-profit organizations, of which Mattie Miracle is one of them. Literally we attended four hours worth of meetings today, but the time went quickly because the topics were very engaging and there was a really collaborative process followed. Because childhood cancer is so personal for all of us, this can be a blessing and a curse when asking people to work together. Therefore when we experience venues in which people are motivated to work together for a common cause, it is inspiring and empowering.
Mattie Miracle attended the Curefest Opening Reception tonight. CureFest unites the childhood cancer community and the general public as one voice against childhood cancer. We are proud of be bronze sponsors of this National Event! An event which continues on Sunday on the National Mall. The event entails a program, a three mile walk, entertainment, and foundation tables. Mattie Miracle will have a table and tent on the National Mall to bring awareness to the community of our work and mission.
Pictured in front of the Angel Quilt are six Momcologist! We moms are participating in a National Project, to write a book together on our cancer fight, the lessons learned, and the hope that our cancer work inspires.
The angel quilt is absolutely beautiful and meaningful. Keep in mind that every photo on this HUGE quilt depicts the life of a child who died from cancer. I found it visually moving and shows what a crisis this is for our society. The quilt has inspired me to contact its creator so she can add Mattie's photo to this creation.
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