Charlotte Dawes

Ever since I had my daughter, I will read a story about a sick child and cry immediately. Usually before I finish the first paragraph.

Charlotte was no exception. By the time I got to the bottom of Charlotte's story, there was a link to donate and I didn't even think twice, I had to send something.

My husband recently went for a hearing test and it cost us $880 after insurance, which I think is a little excessive. So I cannot fathom what major surgery and chemotherapy cost. And when your 18 month old is diagnosed with a rare cancer, the last thing you want to think about is money.

Over the course of a year I do donate to many causes. I send the check or click the submit button through Paypal and file the receipt, never to hear from the charity.

Yesterday I actually got a handwritten Thank You card from Charlotte's parents. I was shocked; these two people are caring for a sick child who finished her last round of chemo not even two weeks ago and they took time to write a thank you card.

My daughter is only a year older than Charlotte. And I can honestly say that if I were in their shoes, I don't think I would have the strength to shower let alone write a thank you card to a stranger.

Toby and JoAnn, you're in my thoughts. I wish Charlotte a speedy recovery.