Are you open to the ways the universe displays signs of compassion? It’s magical to witness the communication through symbolism.
I am optimistic. I keep seeing hearts, everywhere, as we usher in a Lunar New Year. This Year of the Horse begins on a special February 17th, relieves the final shedding of the Snake, hosts a solar eclipse and transitions from Aquarius to Pisces seasons. (recommended read : National Geographic for Kids).
Embrace this moment to further your + littles connection to one another via the sun, the moon and the spruce (wink). Share in the vast existence together from respective households, states and continents. Assign yourselves to share in it. Stare at the same starts and discuss it!
This is YOUR sign... to consider championing a total stranger. I feel compelled to offer the story of a boy whose life literally depends on that of an unmet organ donor to match his unique bone marrow needs.
In the spirit of love, meet tree hugging fanatic, Jax Ramirez. This precious soul is a big fan of outdoor adventures and thrusted in powerful legacy story his own. Living with a life-threatening IPEX Syndrome, our young Southwest, PA neighbor is the first pediatric patient accepted into this FDA clinical trial at Stanford University.
Like it or not, he is bravely navigating his childhood on his body’s terms. To date, results have been promising, but more is required. His contribution is advancing research and treatments for all current/future diagnosis of this immune compromising condition.
Love IS everywhere. If the least we can do is adorn in comfort, feast on smash burgers and dance to global music to support @bethematchforjax…then love out loud to this curated list of supporters contributing towards the $2M fundraising efforts and get Jax back to California! #lovethyenighbor!
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