Okay - I guess Hans is just a star this week - one more site to check out! http://www.sparrowclubs.org/ You'll see Hans there as the featured Sparrow Child.
I really can't say enough about this program. The whole idea is that students adopt a sparrow child for a year and do service and fundraising for a medically fragile child's family. It was pretty moving and powerful to be there yesterday. Sparrow clubs is the nation's only youth-based charity program. I think it's truly wonderful. If you are involved with a school, or have a student - maybe you would be interested in looking into the sparrow clubs program for your community. It's truly a win-win-win. I must say thanks to Carmen, she forwarded me an email about last year's sparrow child and I just kept it in the back of my mind, and then found out that Alison Kilway was desperately looking for a new Sparrow Child in The Woodlands. Fate.
There is a chance they could need another Sparrow Child in The Woodlands this year. Please email me if you have an idea of a child who lives in The Woodlands kevinandlara@hotmail.com.
Proud mama moment - Elle scored 1 goal and had 2 assists today - way to go sportyspice!
Lara
About Me
- Hans Weberling
- Bakersfield, CA, United States
- Hans was a busy, happy, sweet and fearless three year old when he was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. He fought his disease like a "gladiator" for nearly 6 years. Hans was an animal lover to his core. He was 'guarded' at home by his three cats, Black, Orange and Cotton. He also had his Golden Retriever, Honey, to keep him company. Hans enjoyed swimming, biking, gardening, grilling (he had his very own grill!), horseback riding, playing video games, building Legos, and flipping between Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network and Animal Planet. Hans loved all members of his family and he was a loyal friend. He had to go through a lot of treatment in his life. But Hans powered through it. His attitude was let's get this done! His motivation was always to get back home, to his family, pets, favorite foods and pool.
3 comments:
What a great program and such a good experience for all of the kids at school. Pretty overwhelming to see that many kids supporting Hans!
Ms. Sportyspice Soccer - way to go!
Love and prayers,
Aunt Holly and Uncle Michael
Miss Sportyspice, indeed! YOU were always a fleet footed little lady, racing with legs flying after your cousins!!!! Congratulations, Miss Elle!
It is heartwarming to know that Hans has his own flock of songbirds singing him sweet melodies!!! The SPARROWS are a remarkable group of young people, each voice a powerful example of the power of youth!!!
Sounds like day-to-day living is resuming a rhythm following the chaos of the hurricane!
Think you of all of you with love...and huge hugs!
Aunt Susy
Wow, Lara....that sounds so great. I can't imagine how emotional that must have been. I know that I was always a wreck when anyone came to TCH & did nice things for the kids....I can't even imagine what they are doing for Hans, it's fantastic!
Sincerely,
Shannon, Sean's Mom
www.caringbridge.org/visit/seanyboy
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