Readers Comments
KidsCoach wrote: What a beautiful gesture on your part and what a gift it will be to her. Not just for the monetary value, but to put into perspective her unselfish kindness and how many gestures she offered your family that were recognized. Caretakers are the earth angels of the world!
PassionateM3 wrote: I love your story and for people like you, it makes me greatful to be a caregiver. Even if your not appreciated by anyone just knowing when you look in the eyes of the person your caring for, makes me feel rewarded! :)
harjie wrote: Wow, what a wonderful caregiver your family was blessed with! And your thoughtful way of honoring her is even more applaud-worthy! She will be so incredibly happy =) thank you for being so kind.
RMB333 wrote: What a wonderful idea to show your gratitude! Thank you very much for sharing your story with us. Immense & untold blessings!
Bluebell wrote: You are a kindness star, and so is that beautiful soul, in fact an angel in form of a caregiver. Love and light and endless blessings, bluebell
Joy wrote: How beautiful for both of you! Thank you so much for sharing your message of kindness. Blessings to both of you!
princessliz wrote: So thoughtful.
HappyDae wrote: Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful story. Many take for granted those who are compensated for their in home health care. But you recognize your mother's wonderful care giver as a true friend and angel of mercy. I love what you do to show your appreciation and your future plans for her. You are an exceptional person with a beautiful giving spirit. Sending my warmest heartfelt wishes that your mother is doing well and that all you do for others will "come back to you in good measure and pressed down. "kjv love and peace, happydae
Jan wrote: We had a caregiver like that for my mom. At christmas my mom made her an afghan and i gave her $50 cash. She said the agency didnt allow them to accept gifts and of course i insisted. We paid the agency $14 an hour and the caregiver earned $8 an hour. :(
wooka85257 wrote: Another update: the kindness box has $582 in it! And she still has no idea i am doing this for her. Every day she is here, she is a gift to both my mother and me, and we give her birthday and christmas gifts, and i celebrate the anniversary of when she first came to us with a cake and $100. I save up for that every year, and it never fails to surprise her.