I left a few details about Qwaden out of that post because I didn't have all the facts. Then I did a little research. Qwaden was adopted by his New Mexico parents when he was a year old...from a Siberian orphanage. Want to read an article that will melt your heart? Click here then come right back, because you won't believe what happens next.
Great. Now that you're caught up on this amazing little cowboy and his even more amazing family, the story continues...
Wednesday afternoon, I'm sitting at my desk, toiling away, and I get an e-mail from an associate producer for the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric. It read, We saw pictures on your site about Qwaden's Heart Foundation Benefit Roping. Do you have the contact information for this foundation?
I about flipped over in my chair. Near as I can figure, the CBS news folks were googling for stories about "little kids with big hearts" and they happened upon my post. I e-mailed back the newspaper article that had a phone number.
Last night, I got an e-mail from Qwaden's mom, thanking me for my post and telling me that CBS News had contacted her because of my website and she hoped great things would come from it.
Then this comment appeared on the original post today:
You did such a great job with this story. Let me tell you he is the most inspirational lil guy you could ever meet. You can't help but fall in love with him, his family, and their entire story. I don't know if you knew it or not, but that first picture of the two guys roping is Qwaden's dad heeling and his nino (god father) heading. Qwaden's mom told me to check out your blog. I laughed and cried at the same time. Thank you for featuring this story and capturing the essence of Qwaden, he's a real cowboy--heart, mind, and soul!
If I hear anything about when a story about Qwaden will appear on the CBS news, you can bet I'll let you know.
I tell ya, this internet thing never ceases to amaze me.
I guess the internet makes the world smaller and smaller, but SO glad, because of you, more folks will know about this great little guy! Keep us updated Carson.
ReplyDeleteWow!! If I couldn't say that, I'd be speechhless!
ReplyDeletehow totally cool is that!
ReplyDeleteThis story reconfirms my beliefs in angels. They are always there and work in the most mysterious ways.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the heartwarming story. I'm glad TV is watching you, Carson.
Best always, Sandra
That's wonderful. I'm amazed too that the internet is so far-reaching. I know that only more good can come of your posts about Qwaden and his family and their mission for children. Great going Carson.
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness!! How fabulous!
ReplyDeleteYou never know who you'll reach when you start out to help others. :)
That is wonderful!That little boy is going to touch the heart of millions, and you, my dear, had a hand in it! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWow! Congrats on getting the word out on this handsome little man and on an excellent post. I hope it results in some great things for the foundation.
ReplyDeleteThat is the most heart warming thing I have read about in a very long time and it is great to hear things like that than the stuff you read or hear about in the new lately! Who gives a shit about that golfer anyway!
ReplyDeleteBlowing my nose and wiping my eyes....sigh. You are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteHold on to your hats, cowgirls, I'm betting that this story will get even more amazing!
ReplyDeleteGood for you, Linda! err, Carson! And here's a morning coffee toast to Qwaden's foundation and all those who will be helped by it. Is there a button we can click on to donate?
Holy socks! Who DOESN'T read your blog? lol
ReplyDeleteThat is SO COOL! I'm excited to see what happens next. What a great story!
I'll bet this turns into a Steve Hartman Assignment America -- such a great story!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is an amazing story. It truly is a small world.
ReplyDeleteVery good, Linda. Your photography tells the story best.
ReplyDeleteToday is my birthday and your story is the nicest present I've received........Your photos of Qwaden make my heart smile !
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful story! Your photos are incredible, Linda, and I just want to give little Qwaden a gigantic hug. The power of the Internet - simply amazing! :-)
ReplyDeleteSometimes the Internet is magical. So glad that more children will benefit in part due to your wonderful pictures and captions and your ability to share with others. Kudos to Qwaden's parents for starting this foundation.
ReplyDeleteWow! That is so wonderful! I'm glad your blog is getting the attention it deserves. I was just reading something this morning on how things we consider to be small, nothing acts can turn out to be so important and often we never even know that we've touched someone or done anything grand. I'm so glad you were able to know how your post touched others in a big way.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool!!
ReplyDeleteThis made me have goose bumps - the good kind! You were the right person, in the right place, at the right time, with the right inspiration... and you even remembered to have your camera with you! Good work!
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised the media found your Light. May it remain a force for all things good.
ReplyDeleteYou dun good girl....you dun good.
ReplyDeleteWonderful, Linda. I had to get out my kleenex!
ReplyDeleteAww That is so cool! Good job! I hope he gets his story out there. Oh the power of the blog :)
ReplyDeleteThis is like a Christmas present, isn't it? It's refreshing to hear a positive thing about the Internet. What a great story and what great things happening because of it! I hope I don't miss when CBS tells Qwaden's story.
ReplyDeleteMarge
I was out of town for a couple of days and missed this post. Holy Moly! That's awesome!
ReplyDeleteBTW, I LOVE this photo of the little guy on his pony dwarfed by the horses & their riders. Perfect!