MISS Foundation/ Check them out !!

This is a foundation of Angels, When I met the Founder Dr. Joanne Cacciatore 7 yrs ago at a memorial candle ceremony, I felt like there were others who understood!,Such a warm and caring person, Truly a marvelous Women, Please let me share this wonderful organization with you....

The MISS Foundation is a 501 (c) 3, volunteer based organization committed to providing crisis support and long term aid to families after the death of a child from any cause. MISS also participates in legislative and advocacy issues, community engagement and volunteerism, and culturally competent, multidisciplinary, education opportunities.

A Message from Dr. Joanne Cacciatore, Founder

Welcome to the MISS Foundation's online support site. If you are a family member experiencing the death of a child, we extend our deepest empathy. There simply are not words to express the depth of the sorrow...we are here to share the pain and we want you to know that we will walk with you.

There is so much to learn and see in the MISS Foundation website. In addition to the online support site, we also have face-to-face support groups in certain areas. The "Families" section contains current and back issues of our award-winning newsletter, MISSing Angels, as well as our online support groups, a place to find face-to-face support or information on beginning your own MISS Foundation Support Chapter, and even a downloadable funeral planner.

The online "Forums" contain 27 online support groups with thousands of members and we welcome you to join our online community.

In our professionals section,there is information on our workshops and speakers available to present in your facility about many topics relating to child death.

And there is so much more information contained in our pages...take your time and browse. Feel free to ask questions and know that there is no greater tragedy than the death of a child. You do not walk alone.

Joanne Cacciatore, PhD, MSW, FT

About MISS

More than 120,000 children die every year in the United States. Of those, more than 80% die before their first birthday...
The MISS Foundation is a nonprofit corporation committed to helping families discover hope and eventually heal from the trauma of a child's death.

More information on the MISS Foundation visit our information packet link:
http://www.missfoundation.org/news/mediakit/index.html

Vision

That our programs will serve to strengthen families and communities when a child has died, and that through education and research, we will help to reduce the number of child deaths. No family should have to endure the pain of a child family member's death alone: The MISS Foundation is committed to building interdisciplinary communities that provide long-term support to families after a child's death. We are committed to the memory of the children who lived, who died, and who continue- even in death- to matter.


"A community of sorrow is the strongest community of all."

Memorial Donations

You may make a memorial donation in memory of a child. Acknowledgements will be listed in the MISSing Angels Newsletter and acknowledgement memorial cards sent. The monies will be used for our Emergency Services program, which provides free literature, books, and support group brochures to families who have experienced the death of their child. You can sponsor an entire Emergency Packet. We will also include a Kindness Project card signed in honor of your child or grandchild.

Memorial Donations or Emergency Packet Sponsors can send their gift to:

MISS Foundation- Memorial Donations
P.O. Box 5333
Peoria, Arizona 85385-5333

Or Donate Online

All donations are tax deductible

To contact the MISS Foundation:

International Office
1.623.979.1000
1.623.979.1001 fax

Toll Free in the U.S.
888 455-MISS (6477)

Written inquiries:
PO Box 5333
Peoria, Arizona 85385-5333

Email:
info@missfoundation.org

Support as you Grieve

Sometimes a loss is just too much to bear on our own. There are some things in life that we are simply ill-equipped to deal with. Losing someone who is extremely close to us, such as a child, spouse, parent, or sibling, can literally push us to the brink. And, unfortunately, those that remain behind are not always able to help us deal with the grieving process. As much as they may want to help and support, if they haven’t experienced the loss as well they may not know how to meet your needs.

It is circumstances like this that require some outside assistance. While many people feel that there is a negative stigma attached to reaching out for professional help, there is no truth to that myth, especially in cases of grief. When you have lost someone close to you, there is no reason why you should be able to simply “snap out of it” on your own. However, if you are going to be able to move forward and rebuild your life it is important that you seek out help when the pain becomes too much for you to handle on your own.

There are a number of ways to get outside assistance. If you would feel more comfortable talking with a grief counselor or other mental health professional about your individual feelings and circumstances, often times churches or doctors’ offices can recommend good resources. Some people feel more comfortable confiding in a single person. However, there are a lot of benefits to be gained from being a part of a support group. Meeting and talking with people who have faced similar losses can help you to feel as though you are not alone and connect with people who can truly say that they understand what you are going through. Support groups can take place virtually on the internet, or they can meet in person in community centers and local churches. Again, your doctor or church may have information about the groups in your area. Also, an internet search can help you find where these support groups are meeting locally

Organ Donation: Myth vs. Reality

I hope these previous articles on grief and trauma have helped all who have read them, I also have gone through this period and have tried to share some of these enlightening thought with you...........
There are more than 95,000 people on the organ transplant waiting list in the United States alone. This may not be the most comfortable discussion, but it is necessary to decide whether you want to donate the organs of your loved one or not. You may even want to make the decision to donate before the time of death. Making this decision is of monumental importance and could change the lives of those in need as well as their loved ones.

Here we will outline some of the myths surrounding organ donation that prevent many people from signing up to become an organ donor when the time comes.

Myth: The number one myth has got to be that people truly believe if they are organ donors, the hospital and emergency staff will not work as hard to save them.

Reality: This is simply not true. Dr.'s take a Hippocratic Oath to do what ever is possible to save any person that they treat. They will be working to save YOUR life, not someone else’s.

Myth: My loved ones will be charged a fee for organ donation.

Reality: No, they will not be charged a single penny. This one ranks at about a ten on the ridiculous scale. People who are on the waiting list are dying and the organs are more than greatly appreciated, free of charge.

Myth: My loved one has suffered greatly through an illness or tragedy and I don't want them to suffer any more.

Reality: This is a big one; your loved one is dead and they feel no pain. In fact, your loved one's death will be giving life to someone else and preventing another group of people from going through what you are going through right now. What greater way is there to memorialize your loved one than with the gift of life to another?

Losing a Child

Having had to live thru this My self,Thought this may help others also.....

Often times those grieving the loss of a child, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, disease, or accident, have incredible emotional hurdles to overcome. All loss is painful, but the pain of losing a child can be especially brutal because the grief is not just for the loss but also for the loss of the future that the child was meant to have. It can be extremely difficult for parents to heal, as every time a special occasion comes around the thoughts go back to the child who would have reached the new milestone and who is missing from the family.

There are ways, however, to process the grief. The most important thing to remember is that healing takes time, and while your life will never be the same there will come a time when you are able to stand on your own two feet again. Also, recognize that although your life has changed you do have some control over where it goes from here. You can choose what path to follow next. Realize that it won’t help your grief to ignore the life of your child. Talk about your child and the gift that he or she was. Honor your child’s life and memory.

Those who have lost a child should consider getting some therapy. It is an intense experience and can be difficult to struggle through on your own. It is normal to experience feelings of intense guilt, as well as sadness, and these powerful emotions can be overwhelming. Therapy can be very useful for couples, who will experience the grieving process differently even as they are grieving the same loss. Therapy can help you understand these differences and avoid conflict in your relationship. Remember too to take stock of your own health and the well-being of the rest of your family, as they will still need you too. Have patience with yourself and with your spouse, and ask for help when you need it.

Courtesy of familygrieving.com

5 Stages of Grief

The Kübler-Ross model describes in detail five stages of the grief process. These stages especially apply when the death was or will be related to a terminal illness.

Elizabeth Kübler-Ross, in her 1969 book "On Death and Dying", describes these five discrete stages as the process that one goes through when dealing with traumatic loss. These stages are not exclusive to death, but also include divorce and loss of freedom or income, any form of traumatic loss. For our purposes we will outline the five stages of the Kübler-Ross model as it applies to grieving due to terminal illness and/or death.

1. Denial: This is the initial stage when we are first presented with the news of a death. Even if death was inevitable due to illness or age, we still feel that it can not be happening.

2. Anger: Anger almost always follows Denial; it is an essential part of the process. Without going through the feelings of anger on the surface, we could not get deeper into the emotional complexities of grieving.

3. Bargaining: This is a stage that only some people go through and only in some instances. Bargaining is basically the bartering of your own life, soul or material goods in exchange for the continued life of a person or to end the suffering of those left behind to deal with the grieving process.

4. Depression: In this stage many people find that they are in good company, so to speak. Almost everyone dealing with grief goes through this stage. It is hard and virtually impossible at times to move on, at least for awhile and this is just simply depressing.

5. Acceptance: This stage is actually a process in and of itself. It takes time to reach this point and no one person reaches it in the same amount of time. This is truly the definition of "time heals all things". We do not forget the person, but we are now sure that we can go on.

Trauma and Grief

Is there a difference between trauma and grief? In fact, there is. Many people that are suddenly stricken with grief do not know the fundamental differences between trauma and grief, but is it crucial that the two be easily recognizable in order to avoid any serious occurrence.

Trauma requires immediately professional attention, whereas grief is a normal part of any healing process. One that feels sad following a loss is certainly dealing with grief, but one that feels terrified may be confronting trauma. Those that are going through the effects of trauma will find it very difficult, if not impossible, to talk about death, and they are often afraid of loss and danger. When one experience trauma, the feelings and fears do not subside with time, which is the exact opposite of grief.

If you suspect that someone you know is dealing with trauma following a loss, you will want to seek medical help immediately. Trauma can often lead to physical harm, violence, and even health problems, so make sure that trauma is not left lingering. The real way to tell the difference between trauma and grief is to note that trauma is far more extreme than grief is. Understanding the differentiation between trauma and grief can really help to save someone’s life should you recognize the symptoms immediately. Remember, grief does take time, but if someone you love has suddenly lapsed into a state of constant fear, this sort of trauma is not a normal part of the

Bearing the Cross

Every once and a while, a seemingly-simple email comes around that ends
up being quite profound. This is one of them. To some "just another e-mail" and then those of us who are having one of those days,This kind of thought is Heaven sent........Thanks Mokena/Dawn......







Awesome!! We complain about the cross we bear but don't realize it is
preparing us for the dip in the road that God can see and we cannot.
Whatever your cross,

whatever your pain,

there will always be sunshine, after the rain....

Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall;

But God's always ready, to answer your call....

He knows every heartache, sees every tear,

a word from His lips, can calm every fear...

Your sorrows may linger, throughout the night,

But suddenly vanish, by dawn's early light...

The Savior is waiting, somewhere above,

to give you His grace, and send you His love.

May God fill your day with blessings!!


Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of
battle!

What a Trip home !!!!

Well back from Chicago.. First off Dad is doing great after knee replacement, Working hard to get himself back to 100%,what do we do to help, We put a picture of his mansion in the desert above his workout station, that ought to have him running in no time..But also a great time spent with my children that live in Chicago, also my Grandaughter, WOW what a beautiful little girl and twice as smart as her Dad already lol......Got to have some of those famous Gene & Judes hot dogs, portillo's beef and a Dino's pizza, Are you drooling yet ?? Spent Saturday evening at my sister and husbands with 2 of my daughters, son, grand daughter,3 nephews and very pretty niece,and sister in-law A great evening it was.........Then was caroused around town till 4am with daughter and her boyfriend of which was more fun than I had in a while, A chip off the old block, the party genes we Sansones carry lol Here are some pics of the trip.............Didnt mention took two days to thaw out and the 4 hour delay at O'hare...

I'm Headed to Chicago this Week !!

Does this say it all, and I live in Phoenix If you haven't got it yet

Snowstorm to Tornado Warnings in 7 days

But looking forward to it none the less,Actually very excited... Looking forward to seeing the "Kids" and Nephews and Nieces and MY GRAND DAUGHTER. Have not seen her since she was around 3 months old and now she is 2, and when she talks to me on the phone all problems of the world disappear, Going to town as my Dad is having a knee replacement, Been there for me for ever and ever, Glad I get to return the love in such a small way, But know all will go well cuz he has the best angel a person could ask for watching over him, But don't think I would go to Chi Town and not be ready to at least have a couple Gene and Jude's Hot Dogs...At Least...Some good Pizza NOT Arizona fake pizza..
Will keep you apprised as to how the trip went when I return next week....Should have some good pics for all to see..................Talk soon ..Chicago Mike

Happy Birthday Dawn

Some Thoughts From us...

If tears could build a stairway,
and memories a lane, I’d walk
right up to heaven and bring you
home again

A gift for such a little while,
your loss just seems so wrong,
you should not have left before us,
it’s with loved ones you belong


Happy 30th Birthday / Auntie Lisa
Thirty years ago today I remember walking home from Rosemont School 8th grade and feeling so happy that I was an Auntie. Little did I know the short time you would be in our lives but, the memories Oh God they will live in our daily thoughts and hearts forever! The void for all of us on a daily basis is so hard but what keeps me focused on you and not your horrible death is those Huge brown eyes and that sweet smile that was truly unforgetable to me. This family has so much love and so much more now due to our Angel Dawnie please watch over all of us my Birthday Girl. Happy 30th Green!

Love,
Aunt


Happy Birthday / Lisa V-Da (Friend)
Happy birthday to you Dawn. What are birthdays like in heaven? I miss you! Thank you for stopping me that Monday in November. I swear I can hear you say "It's all good". I love you Dawn.


Today would have been your 30th Birthday..1/2/2008 / Michael Sansone (Dad)
Today as I think of you, I have a smile in my face as I think of that night in 78 when you arrived, And then bitterness sort of sets in as I think of all missed as today you would have been 30! And then I realize that you are here , deeep in my heart and I will sing Happy Birthday to you , like all other years, And also have many many fond memories that will and could not be forgotten, So on this day my angel I hope you are watching and knowing we think of you always, and know you are in your place with the Lord,So today My angel I wish you a Happy Birthday and all the love in my heart.......Love always Dad


PLEASE visit her site at www.dawnsansone.memory-of.com

When they leave us..........................

Recieved this yesterday and had to post

She jumped up as soon as she saw the surgeon come out of the
operating> room. She said: "How is my little boy ? Is he going to be all right ?>
When can I see him ?"> The surgeon said, "I'm sorry. We did all we could, but your
boy didn't> make it."> > Sally said, "Why do little children get cancer ? Doesn't
God care any> more ? Where were you, God, when my son needed you ?"> > The surgeon
asked, "Would you like some time alone with your son ? One> of the nurses will be
out in a few minutes, before he's transported to> the university."> > Sally asked
the nurse to stay with her while she said good bye to son.> She ran her fingers
lovingly through his thick red curly hair. "Would> you like a lock of his hair ?"
the nurse asked.> > Sally nodded yes. The nurse cut a lock of the boy 's hai r, put
it in a> plastic bag and handed it to Sally.> > The mother said, "It was Jimmy's
idea to donate his body to the> University for Study. He said it might help somebody
else. "I said no> at first, but Jimmy said, 'Mom, I won't be using it after I die.
Maybe> it will help some other little boy spend one more day with his Mom."> She
went on, "My Jimmy had a heart of gold. Always thinking of someone> else. Always
wanting to help others if he could."> > Sally walked out of Children's Mercy
Hospital for the last time, after> spending most of the last six months there. She
put the bag with> Jimmy's belongings on the seat beside her in the car.> > The drive
home was difficult. It was even harder to enter the empty> house She carried Jimmy's
belongings, and the plastic bag with the> lock of his hair to her son's room.> > She
started placing the model cars and ot her personal things back in> his room m
exactly where he had always kept them. She laid down across> his bed and, hugging
his pillow, cried herself to sleep.> > It was around midnight when Sally awoke.
Laying beside her on the bed> was a folded letter. The letter said :> > "Dear Mom, I
know you're going to miss me; but don't think that I will> ever forget you, or stop
loving you, just 'cause I'm not around to say> "I Love You" . I will always love
you, Mom, even more with each day.> Someday we will see each other again. Until
then, if you want to adopt> a little boy so you won't be so lon ely, that's okay
with me. He can> have my room and old stuff to play with. But, if you decide to get
a> girl instead, she probably wouldn't like the same things us boys do> You'll have
to buy her dolls and stuff girls like, you know. Don't be> sad thinking about me.
This really is a neat place. Grandma and> Grandpa met me as soon as I got here and
showed me around some, but it> will take a long time to see everything. The angels
are so cool. I> love to watch them fly. And, you know what? Jesus doesn't look like>
any of his pictures. Yet, when I saw Him, I knew it was Him. Jesus> himself took me
to see GOD ! And guess what, Mom ? I got to sit on> God's knee and talk to Him, like
I was somebody important. That's when> I told Him that I wanted to write you a
letter, to tell you good bye> and everything. But I already knew that wasn't
allowed. Well, you know> what Mom ? ;God handed me some paper and His own personal
pen to write> you this letter. I think Gabriel is the name of the angel who is
going> to drop this letter off to you. God said for me to give you the answer> to
one of the questions you asked Him 'Where was He when I needed him> ?' "God said He
was in the same place w ith me , as when His son Jesus> was on the cross. He was
right there, as He always is with all His> children. Oh, by the way, Mom, no one
else can see what I've written> except you. To everyone else this is just a blank
piece of paper.> Isn't that cool ? I have to give God His pen back now. He needs it
to> write some more names in the Book of Life. Tonight I get to sit at the> table
with Jesus for supper. I'm sure the food will be great.> > Oh, I almost forgot to
tell you. I don't hurt anymore. The cancer is> all gone. I'm glad because I couldn't
stand that pain anymore and God> couldn't stand to see me hurt so much, either.
That's when He sent The> Angel of Mercy to come get me. The Angel said I was a
Special Delivery> ! How about that ?> > Signed with Love from God, Jesus & Me.> > >
( Let's see Satan stop this one. ) Take 60 seconds and repost this,> wi thin t he
hour, you will have caused a multitude of believers to pray> to God for each other.
Then sit back and feel the Holy Spirit work in> your life for doing what you know
God loves "When you're down to> nothing, God is up to something.">

Ideas for Spreading Kindness

On one occasion, a family was at a shoe store where I was purchasing school shoes for my children. They had six children and were debating on which two children would get shoes, since they could not afford shoes for all six. I sought out the manager of the store and gave him enough money for the family to buy shoes for all of their children. I told him to wait until I left the store before telling them about the money. I did not want them to feel obligated to thank me or uncomfortable about accepting the gift. The family was then able to purchase shoes for all of their children. I did not care if the family knew me, however, I did want them to know WHY I was doing this. It was in memory of my beautiful daughter. This would have been the perfect opportunity to leave the Kindness card. Enter the "Random Acts of Kindness" card.
The family would never know me. Who I was is unimportant. But my child and her life is important. The first step in Project Kindness is to seek out ways, look for opportunities, to do something nice for someone. This takes very little creativity, as I have found kind deeds waiting to be done thousands of times. Here are some ideas of deeds for the Kindness Project:

Don’t forget to attach the Kindness Project Cards!! The best thing about the Kindness Project is the fun of anonymity. Be sure to leave the card and leave without being seen as often as you can! Do something kind every day! Share your loved one with the world!


Buy a meal for a young couple or family sitting next to you at a restaurant. Leave the Kindness card with the waitress to give them after you leave. It is a nice surprise they will never forget. It may even make them consider the mortality of their own children and lessen what time they may take for granted.
Partake in a Christmas Angel Program. Leave the card so they know your motivation of love!
Buy shoes or clothes for a family in need.
Bake cookies for a neighbor or teacher, just because.
Order a subscription to Angels Magazine for a family member. Ask that the Kindness card be enclosed in the first issue. It will reinforce, even to family, that your child is never forgotten.
Help an elderly person with yard work or grocery shopping. Many elderly people have a story or two to tell about their own baby that died many years ago.
Visit a nursing home and bring cupcakes. Sit and visit with a few of the residents. You'd be amazed at the loving reception you will receive as many residents rarely receive visitors.
Leave a bouquet at another child's grave at the cemetery. Let them know about our Kindness Project and your child!
Most electric companies allow individuals to assist families who are struggling with their electric bill. If you partake in the program, send your payment with a Kindness card and let them experience the love of your child.
Sign up to participate in a program such as Feed the Children. Your Kindness card will tell them the story of why you are doing this.
Donate to your favorite nonprofit group on your child's birthday or death day. Ask family members and friends to do the same.
Volunteer your time at a local homeless shelter or a crisis nursery.
Buy a new calendar for a workmate.
Donate some grief books to the library or a local support group.
Leave an extra large tip for your food server!
Buy the meal for the person behind you at the fast food drive through.
Leave a bouquet of flowers on someone’s front door step.
Bake goodies and take them to the police station, fire station, or hospital.
Pay a local teen to mow an elderly neighbor’s yard.
Crochet a baby’s blanket and take it to the hospital nursery. Premature babies can always use tiny booties and caps.
Buy a balloon bouquet and ask the nurses the children’s hospital to deliver them to a child.
Make a memorial donation to honor your loved one and a friend’s loved one.
Take a box of doughnuts to an elementary school for a classroom.
Plug someone’s parking meter.
Go to the post office in mid December and ask for of the “letters to Santa” that they get every year. Buy and send the gift on Christmas.
Adopt a street or just pick up litter in the neighborhood.
Leave your change in the soda machine for the next person. It's a nice surprise.
Buy coffee for the person standing behind you in line.
Write to management at places where you get especially good service and commend them (specify names!)
Tape a quarter to a pay phone with a note welcoming anyone who needs it to use it.
Adopt a family through a social service agency, not just at Christmas. People go hungry all year.
Plant a tree or some flowers for a local church. Perhaps offer to “build” a Memorial Garden.
Volunteer at a local shelter, crisis nursery or soup kitchen. This will give more to you than you can imagine.
Volunteer to read to children at your nearest library.
Send your child a note in his lunchbox. Remind them how special they are to you.
Organize a large toy, clothing and diaper drive for a crisis nursery.
Pay for a small child's candy at a convenient store.
Pay for someone's toll and/or gas.
Look for opportunities to open the door for someone or give up your seat for someone.
Buy lunch for the couple or family sitting next to you as you pay your own. Be sure to be secretive!
Buy a toy for a child in the store and ask the clerk to deliver it after you’ve gone.

The list of possible kindnesses is endless. Every act you extend will amaze you! The healing, peace and satisfaction which is born from every kindness is undeniable. It is one of the gifts our children have left behind for us to discover. Please order some of our Kindness cards. We have made them very affordable so that everyone can participate. Then send us your stories. We will publish "Kindness" stories in our newsletter and here on the website. Share your ideas with others and talk about the wonderful and miraculous love your child continues to share within your community. Let them all know that your child lives within your heart, still and always.

Joanne Cacciatore,
Founder,
M.I.S.S. Foundation


My thank you to the M.I.S.S. for this informaton from their website
http://www.missfoundation.org/kindness/ideas.html

M.I.S.S. FOUNDATION

CHECK OUT THIS WONDERFUL ORGANIZATION

They Have been my backbone for the last six years.....Michael..


About MISS

More than 120,000 children die every year in the United States. Of those, more than 80% die before their first birthday...
The MISS Foundation is a nonprofit corporation committed to helping families discover hope and eventually heal from the trauma of a child's death.

More information on the MISS Foundation visit our information packet link:
http://www.missfoundation.org/news/mediakit/index.html

Vision

That our programs will serve to strengthen families and communities when a child has died, and that through education and research, we will help to reduce the number of child deaths. No family should have to endure the pain of a child family member's death alone: The MISS Foundation is committed to building interdisciplinary communities that provide long-term support to families after a child's death. We are committed to the memory of the children who lived, who died, and who continue- even in death- to matter.


"A community of sorrow is the strongest community of all."

Memorial Donations

You may make a memorial donation in memory of a child. Acknowledgements will be listed in the MISSing Angels Newsletter and acknowledgement memorial cards sent. The monies will be used for our Emergency Services program, which provides free literature, books, and support group brochures to families who have experienced the death of their child. You can sponsor an entire Emergency Packet. We will also include a Kindness Project card signed in honor of your child or grandchild.

Memorial Donations or Emergency Packet Sponsors can send their gift to:

MISS Foundation- Memorial Donations
P.O. Box 5333
Peoria, Arizona 85385-5333

Or Donate Online

All donations are tax deductible

To contact the MISS Foundation:

International Office
1.623.979.1000
1.623.979.1001 fax

Toll Free in the U.S.
888 455-MISS (6477)

Written inquiries:
PO Box 5333
Peoria, Arizona 85385-5333

Email:
info@missfoundation.org

About the Kindness Project
The Kindness Project began in October of 1997 as a way for families to honor their deceased child and to help themselves heal. Now, years later, more than 500,000 Kindness Project cards have been used around the world to perform random acts of kindness in memory of a child, parent, friend, or spouse who died before their time.
The idea is to perform random acts of, usually anonymous, acts of kindness in your community. A little card is left behind so that the person who benefits from the kindness knows that someone's life and death continues to matter. This beautiful movement has helped thousands of families to heal and find positive outlets for their overwhelming grief.

The History of the Kindness Project


The Kindness Project is a worldwide movement to share our children (or other loved ones) with those who never had the honor to meet them. Let me tell you why I am so excited about this project...

My daughter, Cheyenne, died in July of 1994. It was the worst day of my life. I never imagined myself laughing or ever experiencing joy again.

I began to seek out ways to keep Cheyenne's memory alive to my family and to the rest of the world: I wanted to create a legacy. I wanted people to know that she existed and, more importantly, I wanted to help change the lives of others because of her presence on this earth.

So I set out on various missions of random kindness. On a daily basis, I looked for opportunities to reach out and do something unexpected and unusually kind for someone else. Most often, strangers were the recipients of these good deeds. I began to feel a sense of peace in knowing that Cheyenne was the reason for my enlightening.

The Kindness Project blossomed out of the extraordinary experiences I had while doing things for others. Because truly miraculous things happen to our spirit when we reach out to help others, I sought a way to share that movement with others.

It is our hope that through the Kindness Project, we can make incredible transformations within our communities, in our families, and in ourselves. Just imagine if every person touched by death would participate in helping to transform the world into a gentler and more altruistic world! What an impact this would have on so many levels!

The Kindness Project reminds others that our children, and other loved ones, are so very important to us that we are willing to extend the life and love of our child and share it with others! It is a legacy that transcends death. It is a legacy of love.

Joanne Cacciatore
joanne@missfoundation.org







Kindness Stories Read stories about how others have used the Kindness Project to share their lost loved one with the world!

More Kindness Stories! Here you can read more stories of Kindness acts as well as post your own kindness story! Share *your* loved one with the world on the Kindness Project forum board.

Kindess Project Ideas The first step in Project Kindness is to seek out ways, look for opportunities, to do something nice for someone. This takes very little creativity, as I have found kind deeds waiting to be done thousands of times.

Kindness Cards Here are samples of the Kindness cards, available in two styles. Order yours today and start spreading kindness wherever you go!

Articles - Read articles that have appeared in local newspapers about the Kindness Project. Random acts of kindness are showing up all over!



"Above all we must realize that each of us
makes a difference with our life. Each of us
impacts the world around us every single
day. We have a choice to use the gift of our life to
make the world a better place - or not to bother."
-Jane Goodall

National Childrens Memorial Day...December 9 2007

Remember Dawn and All the Children on 12/9/07 ..Light a Candle or Attend Cerermony With me in Phoenix / Michael

This year's National Children's Memorial Day is on
December 9, 2007


National Children's Memorial Day happens every year on the second Sunday of December and is observed internationally. Families around the world light candles at 7 p.m. in their corresponding time zones. As candles burn down in one time zone, they are lighted in the next, creating a 24-hour wave of light that encircles the globe. This remembrance ceremony provides the world with lit candles for an entire 24 hour period in order to honor the children we have lost, the children who lived and died, and who, even in death, continue to matter.


This years candle ceremony in Phoenix will be at ...
Sunday 12/9/2007
Unity Church
1600 East Greenway
Phoenix, Az.
6:30 pm

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Well just got back from a weekend away to Beautiful Prescott Az. What a great surprise when getting there to find out "no lines" in any of the major stores at all, Will have to make this weekend an annual event, No kidding no crowds, front parking places and even won at the blackjack tables at Buckey's, Now lets talk about Friday nite when it was a sweltering 24 degrees,quite a change from the weather as of late here in Phoenix, but was a welcome change to see a real fall season as the trees were many colors and Downtown Prescott was starting to look like something from a Dickens novel.Well time to get back to moguling and ready for the holidays.Have to say the quiet and relaxation and layed back style makes it a welcome retreat always to me. Will talk more this week......Chicago Mike

Happy Thanksgiving

Just a note to wish all of you a very Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving, Enjoy the times with family and friends. As this is the official start of the Christmas season, So enjoy your turkey and dressing , relax and watch the game , Happy Thanksgiving..........................Michael

The week Improved

First my parents have come to town to visit, which is always a good time, and also the 2nd birthday of my granddaughter Madison, With these highlights some of my downs have been brought up to a better level.....Talk more later ......Mike

Sad Week in My Life

Hello and sorry for the days of no posts, As this week in the anniversary of my daughter Dawn passing away,As the years go on It always seems like there is that hope of the day I will see her again, I was taught a lesson in grief this month when my sister tried to boost my spirits during this rough time.After talking with her I realized it was true that every day was the same as the rest, not just that horrible day of the accident, That the feelings of hurt and grief were the same everyday and not just on that horrible date...For those of my friends who wish to visit her web site is www.dawnsansone.memory-of.com It is a great place to remember her and leave your wishes for her..So today six years ago today we layed your sweet self to rest and it changed my life completely, I am at a loss every day as a piece of me left with you, Love you and miss you always Dawn............................Love Dad