Today's the big visit for Frosty & Elf! Lots of sweet boys & girls will receive heaping helpings of good cheer, sincere wishes and special toys. Warms the soul, doesn't it?
Also, if you're looking for a unique gift for anyone who lives in or plans to be in Michigan on March 7, 2008, take a look at this. Mark Schultz tickets on sale online now and all proceeds benefits Kyrie's Gift!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Friday, December 14, 2007
Someone else out there.
Dear Anonymous Donor #2,
The warmth that radiated from your card and donation was one of the most pure forms of true Christmasness we've ever seen. In lieu of a gift for yourself, you bequeathed that gift to the Kyrie Foundation, who will, in turn, fight cancer with all we've got. You are a conduit for this cure, and we are overwhelmed and humbled by your selfless, compassionate gesture. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Just as important is the one who gifted to you, too. His or her love for you and the compliance to your wishes is an exceptional example of giving a gift that the recipient would like to receive versus what we would like to give.
We are so grateful for your goodness. Thank you for giving, and thank you for caring about Kyrie.
with immense gratitude,
The Kyrie Foundation
The warmth that radiated from your card and donation was one of the most pure forms of true Christmasness we've ever seen. In lieu of a gift for yourself, you bequeathed that gift to the Kyrie Foundation, who will, in turn, fight cancer with all we've got. You are a conduit for this cure, and we are overwhelmed and humbled by your selfless, compassionate gesture. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Just as important is the one who gifted to you, too. His or her love for you and the compliance to your wishes is an exceptional example of giving a gift that the recipient would like to receive versus what we would like to give.
We are so grateful for your goodness. Thank you for giving, and thank you for caring about Kyrie.
with immense gratitude,
The Kyrie Foundation
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Thankful Thursday
Today I'm thankful for the people who receive no thanks. Often these people include parents, the pillars of a family who battle the world and withstand the ebb & flow of life to give and give and give to their children. Their investment of time and love often doesn't not see a return for decades, if at all, yet still they give.
Thankless jobs and those who dutifully occupy these positions with care and integrity also include road workers who make our ride smoother, custodians who clean our messes, soldiers who protect our way of life, farmers who provide our food, pharmacy assistants who volley between irate patients and stingy insurance companies, factory workers who zipper our jackets, shepherds who woolen our sweaters, quiet employees who provide brilliant, uncredited ideas, people who compost, reuse and recycle and all those who make Tylenol, Band-Aids and Cheerios.
All of these people and more make our lives noticeably better yet go largely unnoticed. So many to thank in our thoughts & prayers, don't you think?
What are you thankful for today?
Thankless jobs and those who dutifully occupy these positions with care and integrity also include road workers who make our ride smoother, custodians who clean our messes, soldiers who protect our way of life, farmers who provide our food, pharmacy assistants who volley between irate patients and stingy insurance companies, factory workers who zipper our jackets, shepherds who woolen our sweaters, quiet employees who provide brilliant, uncredited ideas, people who compost, reuse and recycle and all those who make Tylenol, Band-Aids and Cheerios.
All of these people and more make our lives noticeably better yet go largely unnoticed. So many to thank in our thoughts & prayers, don't you think?
What are you thankful for today?
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
tick-tock.
If you'd like to donate to Frosty & Elf's trip to Wesley Hospital, the time is drawing nigh. So many special givers have already donated nifty gift cards and super-fun toys. If you're wondering what ideas you could give to their trip, they're still in need of a few:
•new stuffed animals
•teenager items
•gift cards for the parents (Wal-Greens, McDonalds, Spangles)
•stickers (there are always siblings that we try to give a little something too!)
•things to do while laying in a hospital bed
Remember, items need to be received by Friday, December 14 to:
Susan Jae Eckel
3738 S. Dugan
Wichita, KS 67215
And here's a sneak peek at Frosty during a holiday event in Clearwater, Ks. Isn't she the most beautiful snowperson you've ever seen?
•new stuffed animals
•teenager items
•gift cards for the parents (Wal-Greens, McDonalds, Spangles)
•stickers (there are always siblings that we try to give a little something too!)
•things to do while laying in a hospital bed
Remember, items need to be received by Friday, December 14 to:
Susan Jae Eckel
3738 S. Dugan
Wichita, KS 67215
And here's a sneak peek at Frosty during a holiday event in Clearwater, Ks. Isn't she the most beautiful snowperson you've ever seen?
Monday, December 10, 2007
Someone out there.
Dear Anonymous Donor,
From the very essence of our core, we thank you. Although we don't know your name nor your face, we will be hoping that you are with the Kyrie Foundation here on this blog, at our events and in your prayers.
It would be impossible to launch a cause like this alone. Absolutely impossible. You and others like you are our miracles. I've often wondered what exactly incites the leap from thought to action. What is it that compels someone to not only care with his or her heart but to care with his or her time, money and ideas? To really walk the talk? To be moved?
The Kyrie Foundation was thrilled to open your envelope because inside was not only a donation but also a portion of who you are and what you care about. Thank you for giving, and thank you for caring about Kyrie.
with immense gratitude,
The Kyrie Foundation
From the very essence of our core, we thank you. Although we don't know your name nor your face, we will be hoping that you are with the Kyrie Foundation here on this blog, at our events and in your prayers.
It would be impossible to launch a cause like this alone. Absolutely impossible. You and others like you are our miracles. I've often wondered what exactly incites the leap from thought to action. What is it that compels someone to not only care with his or her heart but to care with his or her time, money and ideas? To really walk the talk? To be moved?
The Kyrie Foundation was thrilled to open your envelope because inside was not only a donation but also a portion of who you are and what you care about. Thank you for giving, and thank you for caring about Kyrie.
with immense gratitude,
The Kyrie Foundation
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Thankful Thursday
I am thankful that we live in an era where, with the flip of a switch, there is light after sundown, and there is warmth without soot. I'm thankful for night lights and reading lamps and flashlights that you can wear around your head. I'm thankful for clothes dryers that warm our towels and hot water heaters that give us warm baths and hot tea. So nice, isn't it?
Best of all, I'm thankful for the resonating warmth that a radiant soul leaves in his or her wake. Don't you love it when you run into one of those? Someone who seems to float? To remind you? So thankful for those lighted people.
What are you thankful for?
Best of all, I'm thankful for the resonating warmth that a radiant soul leaves in his or her wake. Don't you love it when you run into one of those? Someone who seems to float? To remind you? So thankful for those lighted people.
What are you thankful for?
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Lighting the way.
Perhaps more than any other seasonal irritant, cynicism/rudeness and all-around retail snarfism taints the wonder of the weeks to come. Even within our own homes, we are short with each other as the pressure cooker of demand heats. We understand the greater sense but how quickly we lose sight at the smallest slight.
Whereas November was our month to personify the Kyrie Foundation's attitude of gratitude, December is our month to embody the Do Good portion of our mission. And as Susan mentioned in her musing, small good can become mammoth good in half a wink. What if you could think of something small to do this week that could make a big impact? What if you just took a breath before getting upset? What if you said a prayer for somebody you really didn't want to pray for? ;) What if you could just let go of something? Or just hang on to something you truly believe in? What if you could love more, love better?
As the days are getting darker, let's be lights this week to those who need some illumination.
Whereas November was our month to personify the Kyrie Foundation's attitude of gratitude, December is our month to embody the Do Good portion of our mission. And as Susan mentioned in her musing, small good can become mammoth good in half a wink. What if you could think of something small to do this week that could make a big impact? What if you just took a breath before getting upset? What if you said a prayer for somebody you really didn't want to pray for? ;) What if you could just let go of something? Or just hang on to something you truly believe in? What if you could love more, love better?
As the days are getting darker, let's be lights this week to those who need some illumination.
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