MANTECA–
It all started with a simple request – get as many cards to Kiandon Kirk, a boy dying from leukemia, for his 5th birthday.
Family believes this could be Kiandon’s last birthday. His birthday is on November 15.
“I’m hoping when he opens the box he’s speechless,” said Kiandon’s cousin, Georgina Huamani.
Georgina told her friend Kris Naven, who then posted Kiandon’s story on Facebook.
“I just thought he is only four years old, and having boys ages five and seven, it really hit home,” Naven said.
Soon after, cards began rolling in from all over.
“All the way from San Diego, San Francisco, Roseville, New York, Thailand,” said Huamani.
Even President Obama sent a letter.
“It was like, ‘Wow, let’s open it!’ And we were feeling the seal on it and holding it up to the light. Is this legit, is this real,” recalled Huamani.
For Huamani, it means a lot to give to a cousin she has never had the chance of meeting.
“It was one little small thing I wanted to do. If it wasn’t for our friends, if it wasn’t for our church, it would have never happened,” said Huamani.
They shipped 99 pounds of cards to Salina, Kansas where Kiandon will spend his last days in the comfort of his own home.
If you would like to get involved, cards can be sent to 102 S. Wolf Ave. Lucas, KS 67648.
15 Comments to “Californians Organize Effort to Brighten Kansas Boy’s Last Days”
November 13, 2012 at 1:22 AM
I Just wanted to say GOD BLESS YOU! AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY! YOU ARE A TRUE BLESSING FROM GOD!!!
November 13, 2012 at 10:18 AM
Kiandon you are a true inspiration! Happy Birthday!
November 13, 2012 at 10:58 AM
Card inroute tonight from Vancouver Washington.
November 13, 2012 at 12:14 PM
HAPPY BIRTH DAY sweety .!!!!!!!!!!!!
be strong and never lose holp u r a special kid
November 13, 2012 at 1:02 PM
You are are a precious child of God. May he bless you and keep you close to him. All my love and prayers are with you and your family
November 13, 2012 at 1:07 PM
Dearest Kiandon,
The men and women of the 55th Operations Group and the 55th Communications Squadron at Offutt AFB will be overnighting you a package full of birthday cards and a special surprise. We wish you the happiest birthday!
A1C Laura Terrigino
November 13, 2012 at 10:40 PM
Kiandon,
We love you and so does God. Have a blessed birthday and have lots of fun! You will see our card soon.
Rick and Sandra
November 13, 2012 at 11:06 PM
Hello Beautiful, I hear your 5 years old? Wow! Of course you know what this means, you have to get a Job now. LOL, Just joshing ya. Kian I hope you have a beautiful day and all your wish are granted and at the end of the day know one thing. YOU ARE LOVED.
Sincerly, Aniasha
November 14, 2012 at 9:24 AM
Card on its way from Boston!! Happy Birthday, Kiandon. You are amazing, strong and brave!
November 15, 2012 at 7:46 AM
I wanting to wish you HAPPY BIRTHDAY my bday is today to,be strong the lord has plans for you,I will keep you and your family in my prays.
November 15, 2012 at 8:44 AM
My daughter is five tomorrow and I can’t imagine her having to fight like you have been. Happy birthday sweet sweet angel. The Lord has many things planned for you, a child of God. Enjoy your birthday and have plenty of smiles and laughter. May you live everyday from here until you are called in light, laughter, and love. May every one of your wishes come true, this I pray for you sweet child.
November 15, 2012 at 8:47 AM
HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY KIANDON! ♥
November 15, 2012 at 12:17 PM
Happy birthday!
November 15, 2012 at 12:20 PM
Happy Birthday Kiandon! Hope it’s and awesome 5th birthday praying for you
December 5, 2012 at 10:17 PM
We are currently stationed at Fort Irwin California and I was contacted by someone to sew a blues army uniform for Kiandon and I mailed it next day on Monday. I do not know the family of Kiandon but was wonder if anyone knew if he was able to be buried in it today..tyia…My prayers to everyone involved for your loss. Fly with angel Kiandon..Bfarnsworth2@yahoo.com…760-577-2594