I have been wanting to document this amazing necklace of beads that Corban has earned on his journey with lymphoma at the City of Hope. It is a program called Beads of Courage beadsofcourage.org. It is an arts-in-medicine program designed to support children with cancer or other serious illnesses and their families.
The beads are different for each child, and they tell a unique story of courage.
With each procedure or milestone in his treatment Corban adds to his necklace. Each bead symbolizes the hard things he has had to do and reminds him that he can do hard things.
The Life specialist at the hospital also gave his two brothers sibling necklaces. Mr. Blue Eyes is in charge of giving them their beads as he feels they are making efforts, supporting him, and working on themselves. It has been a great way to have the boys sit and talk with each other about the process of growing and learning. Tonight for our family night Mr. Blue eyes gave his brothers some special beads.
That's Awesome!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool idea! I wish I had a magic wand too and could make it all better. Hope he is feeling better soon. We are still praying for all of you!
ReplyDeleteLook at all the beads of courage you have. You are awesome Corban! It's so nice of you to share your beads with your brothers and sister!
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat program! This hospital sounds amazing. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is really neat!
ReplyDeleteArt and healing - a great combo!
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