Celebrating the People and Things We’re Thankful for in the JMF Appreciation Garden
While the past several months have been challenging, we are so grateful to witness the amazing ways our community has come together. There has never been such a showing of courage, bravery, support, hope, and appreciation… and it warms our hearts to see it and be a part of it!
We want to make sure that these sentiments are what we focus on, hold onto, and encourage in others. While the JMF Appreciation Garden has always been special, it now feels more important than ever!
A garden symbolizes growth, renewal, and life… each leaf of each tree and every petal on every flower represent something to be grateful for… and we must always remember that there is so much to be thankful for.
We’ve seen the resilience of patients and families affected by Primary Immunodeficiency as they joined together to educate the world around them about their challenges… all while protecting and supporting one another. We’ve seen the bravery of doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who are working endlessly to care for those who are unwell and those who are the most vulnerable. And we’ve seen expert immunologists lovingly take care of Primary Immunodeficiency patients to ensure they have the treatment and support they need. And we’ve heard the thunderous applause each evening for the essential workers who have courageously helped keep our cities, towns, and neighborhoods running.
It’s the perfect time to celebrate the people and things that help make our lives fuller, richer, better, easier, and help put a smile on our faces. Each of these are reminders of what to appreciate… the strength, the love, and the spirit of communities that band together to show support for one another.
Join us in the JMF Appreciation Garden and let’s give a big round of applause for the people and things that inspire us, motivate us, and provide us with comfort! Let’s make sure to celebrate and honor them by planting a seed in their name for the wonderful things they do for us. Pick a flower, write their name in the center and the reasons why you chose this person in the petals! You can also plant a tree and share the things you are grateful for on the leaves.
It all starts with a single seed, which can turn into a beautiful flower or a strong standing tree… from one single seed so much can grow… a garden, a meadow, a forest… just like hope, it has the power to grow, show love, and provide comfort and strength to all who come across it.
Have you been to the JMF Appreciation Garden? Come visit and spread some cheer by planting seeds for the wonderful people and things in your life that you want to honor… the JMF Appreciation Garden is waiting for you…