I was very lucky, in the months following Tony’s death, to receive all kinds of packages, from all over the world, filled with all kinds of lovely things.
They were little spots of sunshine, every one. A few minutes a day,opening packages with my children, still crying, but in a better way. Shedding tears over the number of people who cared, the number of people who went out of their way to show kindness to a woman and a family they’d never met.
Every one of them of them was special, and I’ll probably do a few posts on them on the future.
But one, in particular, just…. well. You’ll see.
I received a huge package from a family in new South Wales.It was packed with goodies- shampoo, deodorant, and make up for me, movie tickets, clothes for my kids, beach towels, food… the list goes on.
And nestled within it was this.
Which came with this note.
“This is from my 6 year old son. He wanted to make Lori something to make her feel better. He has also sent her a 10 cent coin. He only had 15 cents in his piggy bank and wanted Lori to have ‘the big one’. He does not yet understand the value of money 
He said that he hope she loves her bracelet and that it helps her to feel better. he has sent her money so that Lori will have enough money to make her and her children happy again.
From James- 6 years old.“
James, I can’t even tell you how happy this made me. It made me smile when all i could do was cry. You are a very special, very kind little man and I am very proud of you.
Sometimes, it’s just the sweetest, simplest things… they take the edge of the grief.
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sheessh….just go and make me bawl my eyes out next time…warning please…. ;).
just kidding, I love it, amazing how AMAZING children are.
Oh my, that really is so lovely! I teared up reading that. In times of need you realise how kind some people can be. I'm glad this gift touched your heart, it really is very special. *hugs*
What a lovely boy. And so healing for you to be reminded in the loveliness in our world. xo
Your story has moved so many people to random acts of kindness Lori.
Thank you for sharing.
awwww happytears
With acts of kindness, they say the serotonin levels of the recipient (you) and the giver (James) increases. The coolest thing, is that so do those of the observers (the rest of us). Thank you for sharing, and for raising my serotonin levels today!
I am proud of my little man too
Lori Thank you for your kinds words to James and for the lovely card 
And to you all for the lovely things you have said about my son
I am crying happy tears now too
All our Love and Support
Claire
You must meet him to squish him on our behalf and yours! Human nature at its best, babe xxx
He gave you the bigger coin, that's just lovely beyond words. x
oh how beautiful… and what a grand gesture from this little boy. i can see why it made your heart swell. the kindness of strangers never ceases to amaze me. i am so glad that this world has people like little james to bring some sunshine among the clouds
Just come across your blog (and will continue to follow) and want to say you are doing well just to get through each day. Can't imagine the magnitude of the difficulties and the rollercoaster you are having to endure. I can see that there are many people out there thinking of you, (even 6yo James!), and I'm now one of them.
JB
Oh! Beautiful, beautiful boy. <3
Hi Lori, I have been following you for a while now and felt compelled to comment on this gorgeous post. This is just so beautiful, what a thoughtful and sweet little boy. This bought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. Thank you. xx
That is so beautiful and so thoughtful!! A lovely gesture from a lovely boy.
I was so surprised to see your lovely face staring at me as I read the paper yesterday. Such an honest piece. xxx
Incredible where the urges to help come from, isn’t it ?~! What a loving gesture by James-may I thank him and the parents and village who are raising him for his specialness….
Just found you last night and read the story following your provided links. There aren’t words available to me to express my sympathy and I hope that you can understand what I mean.
Oh my goodness, that little James brought tears to my eyes! What a wonderfully sweet little man.
Children have the most beautiful, thoughtful souls.
That is a wonderful sentiment.
Oh gosh. That beautiful little deed has me crying. How lovely some people are xo
Bottom lip is wobbling! How adorable!
That's truely priceless Lori!
Beautiful, just love how kindness happens. xo
I wish kids could stay this innocent and pure forever. Well done little guy, you've brought smiles to many x
ahh out of the mouths of babes, hey?
Wow, that just takes my breath away; this 6 year old is going to grow into one helluva great man.
There really are so many people who dont know you personally, but care so much and wish you so well on this rocky path. I hope somehow all of us have in some small way made you feel a little hope, a little lighter i such a terrible time x
wow – so sweet
you have touched so many people – hearts ache for you everywhere – I can only imagine how that little box of love made you feel – a little bit of sweetness can be magic 
Oh Lori, I've been following you since what you call 'before' and this is such a beautiful post. There are some lovely souls in the world- and as he has touched you, you have touched us. So for that, thank you.
I love the way children are just so genuine and pure with the things they do for others. What a wonderful gift
That is a priceless gift!
Oh, that bought tears to my eyes. How gorgeous of him.
And how wonderful for you all the support when you need it most.
Oh gosh. What a very special little boy there sending you lots of love.
It's kids like James who give you hope that one day, the world will be alright again. I just read your article in the Adelaide newspaper. It felt strange, reading your story after following you since Before. I felt very protective of you. I hope You are doing ok, today. And I hope that James' bracelet is on your wrist xxxxxx
Aww – bless the sweet little fella! Thats the kind of conscientous young person i hope that im teacher my small dude to be…