This is my mom, Kathy. We did a photo session when she visited in September. What does she have to do with shoes? Read on.
Mom retired in May of 2012 and has been actively volunteering and spending time with her three daughters and 9 grandchildren. She is doing anything but being idle and is helping so many people in so many ways. Her retirement is far from the dreams she had of her and my father spending these years traveling and enjoying life together. Despite his absence as a result of loosing his battle to cancer almost 8 years ago, she is taking the best out of her time and using her gifts to spread love and joy. Her latest endeavor, the one I am writing about today, is painting sneakers for children with cancer. She is working as a volunteer for Peaches Neet Feet, an organization that strives to put smiles on the faces of children undergoing cancer treatment. Converse (http://www.converse.com) donates sneakers to Peaches Neet Feet who then sends the shoes to artists such as my mother to paint according to a child’s specifications. To learn more about Peaches Neet Feet and their incredible program visit their website at:
Or their Facebook page at:
https://www.facebook.com/PeachsNeetFeet
These are the shoes Mom painted this week for a little boy named Miles. He likes the San Francisco Giants. What joy he will have when he sees these custom painted shoes that he can wear into battle, to fight the fight of all fights – cancer.
that’s amazing!
It really is Buck and I’ve never seen my mom so excited to be involved in something. Oh Joy! Have a nice weekend. Robyn
There is something supernatural about giving from your heart! I love that you said it’s joy! I’m happy for your Mom too!
Have a great weekend yourself!
She is beautiful! What a wonderful thing to be involved in.
Thank you Rebecca. You will make her day when she reads that!
Thats so awesome!!
yeah for your mom! She’s beautiful inside and out! Just like you. And yeah for the kids she is supporting! Thanks for this post.
So sweet of you Lori! Thank you! Blessings, Robyn
That’s really great!!! Painting is so awesome!!!
Your Mom = Awesome!
Thank you! I think so. Blessings, Robyn
Great idea…great talent
God bless Mom and her super wonderful activity, for the sake of her “neighbors”
Thank you Gonzolo. Blessings to you! Robyn
What a beautiful, talented and generous woman your mom is!
Thank you Soonie! Mom will love seeing your comment! Robyn
I’ve forwarded the link to my wife. She’s always giving and always looking for more ways to give. Bless your mom. Bless my wife!
Awesome Paul! People with helping hearts are always in need. Blessings, Robyn
Kathy’s painting has always been from the heart. It has always brought a smile, happiness and joy to others. As far as I know the parents still have Rudy (The reindeer) and EVERYONE was always, and I assume still is, overjoyed when he comes out each Christmas. Her studio was like Aladin’s cave! She’s a special lady, your mom. Christina Davidenas Wagner-Wright
So nice to hear from you Christina. Thank you for your kind words about Mom. Blessings, Robyn
Wow! How awesome is this!! You know you’re talking about a special person when your 15 year old son tells you what a fantastic speaker someone is – sad to see her leave the high school, overjoyed that she’s able to do something so wonderful! Thank you for sharing!!
Thank you for your kind words about my mother. She will be thrilled to read your sweet note. Blessings, Robyn
Wow – totally awesome – so special!! Loved this! ❤
Thank you special friend! Robyn
Nothing is better than a mother-daughter team!
So true Marylin! Blessings, Robyn