Giving Back [sunday morning coffee]

May 24, 2009 - 1:22 pm

So- I have utilized the Bella Bambino Gives Back program a few times in the last few months. Considering the circumstances in which I have shot for this program, I wish it were less; but with my desire to do give back, I would love to do more. These beautiful children below have been forced to deal with suffering that none should have to. Their strength should be a lesson to all of us. When I was at a benefit for little Katelyn, her mom said that someone told her that God would only allow the children who were strong enough to endure something like this. They are warriors and I am blessed to have been able to capture their precious sprits. 2 of the 3 of these children are patients at St. Judes. If you would like to donate to ST. JUDES to help babies such as these click on the link below. When I explained the program on the blog back in the day I know that I described how fortunate I feel that I am on so many levels, but very much so because this gift that I was given allows me to do what  I love….everyday….and call it my “job”. I have always had a strong desire to help people- now I have a tool that I can utilize to bring joy to families that could use it the most. I would love to use my program more, so again, if anyone knows of a family that you believe would be a candidate for the BBGB program, please contact me. With all of this thought about my program and the recent pro-bono work that I have done and yearn to do- it reminded me that we all need to do a little more giving back. I believe that sometimes we get so caught up in the trials, tribulations and even joys of our own lives that we are too busy to stop and realize that there are an awful lot of people that could use our help. Even if we help on a small scale- we are doing our part. In a time when the economy is as shakey as it is, we all fear releasing our wallets- so even if it is your time and or talents that you donate that is better then not donating at all. I am listing below a few of the charities that are close to my heart and that I have some affiliation with. I will also permanately have these charities in the LINKS section of my blog. Please check them out!

www.stjudes.org                  www.drawnfromwater.org                  www.mochaclub.org                      www.planusa.org                           www.roomforonemorechild.org                www.heartforafrica.org         

Beautiful Baby BELLA who was adopted from Guatamala and then diagnosed with Leukemia shortly after coming to America. 

Little Miss Katelyn

The sweet ROBBIE and his little bro MASON. This little man loved his baby brother so much it was unbelievable. I don’t know that I have ever seen such a protective and loving big brother in quite some time.

And who can forget the amazing MIKE HAYDEN who is battling with cancer as well. Check out my previous post about his family to learn more about his story.