I think what it’s really about is opening the mail and finding this . . .
with a card that reads “I kept the other one as a souvenir of the week that changed my life . . . “
The minute I saw this little pom-pom pen, I knew exactly where I had seen it before. During Diabetes Blog Week, Kathy (Minnesota Nice) over at Purple Haze stepped outside of the box and posted a vlog about her journey with diabetes. (Sorry that the video is no longer available - it was really inspiring.) The video ended in a cheer - with two silver pom poms - for D-Blog Week. I was so touched that I cried when I watched that video. And I cried even more when I opened the box and saw the pom-pom pen and read the card. This $1 Pom-Pom Pen is worth more to me than a treasure chest full of jewels - and knowing Kathy has its mate makes it even more special and makes me feel even more connected to my friend.
This is what it’s really about. This is why I blog and advocate and share. This is why, even if only one person ever read my posts, I’d still be here blogging. Because if I can help just that one person feel less alone, feel like someone out there gets it, feels their struggle lighten just a bit . . . . then I’ve accomplished everything I’ve hoped to. Thank you, Kathy, for such a thoughtful gift. And thank you, to everyone whose blogs and comments changed my life too.
That's so awesome that she sent you that --- what a lovely connection. Minnesota nice really IS nice (says the girl who grew up in Minnesota but was born in Massachusetts so there's a little snark in me!) Thanks for sharing,
ReplyDeleteLovely! Good thoughts to remember.
ReplyDeleteOh I love this, Karen. I really, really love this. The power is in our community, not in the statcounters! Rock on!!!!
ReplyDeletemoments like this are such a treasure!...
ReplyDeleteYou made me cry......
ReplyDeleteThis made me smile and feel like there's a pom-pom attached to my heart... how incredibly awesome! You're absolutely right - it's about the people, and the friendships and those moments and memories we create. Thanks for the outstanding post, Karen!
ReplyDeleteHi, Karen! Please consider this comment my virtual pom-pom pen. You've done more for me than anyone, since I started this blog. I feel so lucky, to have happened onto your site that first day. You've changed my life for the better!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more! :)
ReplyDeleteThat is so awesome & very touching! It made me smile, because D-blog week was my start and "introduction" to the DOC, so anything tied to it really touches my heart as well! I was just thinking of D-blog week and am SO looking forward to it:) I can't wait!! I feel so incredibly blessed to have made new D-friends and be able to share and not feel so alone:) Thank you, Karen!
ReplyDeleteYou are so right. I cherish the friendships I've made and support I've gained more than any award or goodie I could ever get.
ReplyDeleteThat Kathy - she's something pretty darn special, isn't she?
ReplyDeleteDid I ever tell you guys about the time she attended a meet-up here with a RUPTURED SPLEEN? I kid you not...that lady is hardcore!
You should all know that many people like me think of the DOC offline too - not blogging or commenting, but still keeping you in mind and thinking of each one of you as long lost sisters & brothers :)
ReplyDeleteThese are the little things that make us a community, not just a group of people. :) I <3 you. :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome post, Karen. I couldn't agree more. Lots of love, my friend!
ReplyDeleteLovely Karen!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Karen! You changed a lot of us during blog week. Seeing this post made me smile. Love your blog!!! xo
ReplyDeleteBonus points for Real Mail! It's so awesome to get a little something that you know someone made the time and effort to handle and send to you. Thanks for making me smile today :)
ReplyDeleteamen! you are so, totally and completely right. love you! :)
ReplyDeleteThis was a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
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