this is the saddest thing I have read in a long time

[Axiom]

[Liv2hunt]

Yeah that's tough one

[NotJust22s]

I read that this morning and it was everything I could do to keep from crying out loud .

[hammer4reel]

Lots of good in the world.

While a very sad read, i would rather read that and cry than read many of the horrible things that happen daily.

That little boy left with hope in his heart and a smile.

May he now rest in peace in Gods arms

[1563621]

That is a tough story!

[SxSshooter]

Ouch!

[Tarhunt]

I have Sjogren's Syndrome. So, my eyes cannot produce any tears. But, after reading this story, I felt my eyes welling up. God Bless that kid.

[B B]

If I ever complain about anything, and I mean anything, someone please kick me in the face with steal tip boots!  Rest in peace young man.  I hope the gentleman that was Santa lives a long and very happy life.

[_X7]

If that doesn't bring a tear or a lump to your throat you are not human. I read this story earlier today and it stayed with me for quite some time thinking of that brave little guy. Life is a very fragile thing and hope is the only thing many have to keep it. God will bless you for helping the little guy Mr Schmitt-Matzen. He will most certainly be there for you at your time.