Sometimes a story completely grabs you. It takes you away from the every day - the deadlines, to-do lists, forecasts and briefs - and reminds you WHY you do all of this.
That happened to me today. I read a story so captivating that I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. So powerful that I sobbed at my desk. So beautiful that feel honored to be able to share it with donors.
Tonight, my thoughts are with Emma's family. Seven months ago they lost their gorgeous little girl to cancer, and I can't even begin to imagine what they go through every day. In a few weeks I will share more about this amazing young girl, her three year battle with cancer, and her beautiful family who was by her side as she went through every horrible moment of treatment. But today, I was reminded not only how precious life is (I certainly cuddled my little girl longer, and tighter than usual) but of the privilege it is to be able to share stories of people. That these individuals are willing to share with us their struggles, their darkest moments, their hopes and their fears puts a profound responsibility on us as fundraisers. That they allow us to share their stories with beautiful donors is an incredible honour.
Emma's story touched me in more ways than I think I even realize, and she reminded me how very fortunate I am to have a career doing what I do.
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