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Jessie's Joy Jars

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Jessie Rees was diagnosed with an inoperable and incurable brain tumor at age 11. As part of an outpatient clinical trial, she was asked to undergo 30 days of radiation and chemotherapy. When she found out that some of the kids in the cancer ward did not get to go home everyday, she decided to do something to cheer them up and give them hope, and Jessie's Joy Jars was born. Before Jessie died a little over 10 months later, she had distributed 3,000 Joy Jars. The Foundation set up in her name has continued her wish and has distributed more than 50,000 Joy Jars to children all over the world.
Be The Change
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Learn more about the Jessie Rees Foundation, which has adopted Jessie's motto: Never ever give up (NEGU).
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Jessie Rees was named a 2012 CNN Heroes Young Wonder.  Read about the other 2012 Young Wonders who are stepping up and changing the world.
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How many times have you had the thought: "How can I help"? Take a small action to answer that question today, even if it is as simple as making someone smile.
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Reflections (25)

Marcella Egan
Jessie stated she wanted to do somethinging to help. They are dedicated to care and putting a smile on their face.
Dan Mancini
The Whole concept of a sweet little soul...empathizing with her peers... she gave all!!!
R.
this is a wonderful, inspiring and beautiful story... really gives a boost to your faith in humanity- bless Jessie.
I had to reply here, because i am absolutely appalled by all of the children in the world whom are suffering needlessly with cancer- it tears at my heart in such a deep way that it is near impossible to watch this video and remain silent.
The reality - world, is that the CURE for cancer exists. It always has and it always will- whether or not that will EVER be recognized by the multi-billion dollar cancer industry, remains to be seen- i have very little hope that without a real revolution that this reality will be widespread and implemented and that it is up to us, the people, to take this into our own hands.
please visit this link and watch this very real, very important documentary called
' RUN FROM THE CURE"
revealing the cure for cancer and spread the message as far and wide as you can.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGjC4HReFL0

I am in the midst of my own cancer situation right now, and i am going through a treatment regime that employs medicinal cannabis, my series can be read @ www.thenourishedwarrior.wordpress.com
I truly hope that this truth about the cure for cancer, continues to spread and that people who are facing this unneccessary disease and getting caught in the machine that is the cancer-industry- they are able to seek out the treatment they need to be cured.
with love and light,
R.
-thenourishedwarrior
steve zimmett
This video is so beautiful I felt like crying
Judith
Inspiring child.
We hear about toxins in our toys and plastic and life in general. I would think children who are sick would be especially vulnerable to the effects. I'm wondering if this Foundation are seeking plastic and toys and bracelet that don't contain toxins?
Sangeetha
Shows how much ever we can be kind to anyone what so vere problems we face! Thanks.
Skye
Jessie gave meaning and joy to her own life in her last year by helping others, being of service to others. She spread her heart energies to the world, and took some of the pain away for a moment. Our world was full of Joy when she walked amongst us. Thank You, Jessie!
Tracey
Wow, there are few words that can follow that. What an amazing, inspiring & brave young lady. It shows that no matter what happens in life there is always the chance to help someone else. Even the smallest thing makes all the difference. Awesome. I will go to the web site to learn more.
Susan
No matter what problems we have, we can help someone else, and that helps us. Thank you for this incredibly inspiring story.
Maya Vidhyadharan
I believe she is a great teacher for me and rest of humanity. I am so inspired by her.

May she smile at her creation, and the domino effect it is having, in joy and peace.
Lalit
Would like to continue the work of Jessie's joy jars she left behind in this part of the world. India
Becky
I followed Jessie's Facebook postings up until the last day of her inspiring life. She was an amazing little warrier who gave so much to help others. I miss her.
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