Touched By an Angel

I subscribe to Lisa Vollrath's weekly newsletter, and when I read it this morning, I learned of an artist and her brother, a remarkable man named Charles.

Charles is a 58-year-old mentally-challenged man who brings sunshine to everyone around him. Unfortunately his light is dimming -- Charles has cancer.

I read about Charles on his sister Mary's blog, and it touched me deep inside. Please read his story, and, if you have a moment, send him a card.

It is so rare that we have an opportunity to really make a difference in the life of a stranger, particularly when they may need it the most. Charles sounds like a really wonderful person, and it would take so little to brighten his day.

I'm going to make a few cards and then stagger when I mail them. Maybe I'll see if some of the art kids at school would like to make a few cards too. (I'll provide the postage and envelopes.)