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Andy Kopsa's avatar

Thanks for this Doug. This is something that so many families face. When I was a kid - maybe 5th grade - our neighbor's son (about Jed's age) was killed in a farm accident. It's horrific and walking through grief is deeply personal - this family is able to share that with others in need.

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Cheryl Tevis's avatar

Thank you for this column. I spent many years writing about families who suffered the loss of their children on the farm. It still hurts to learn about others going through this. Their motivation to channel their grief into efforts to help others is a stepping stone through this pain.

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Mary C. McCarthy's avatar

Every parent or sibling who has lost a child or sibling understands Jed's family's grief. Moving forward his parents will help many. This is a Chtistmas story that can propel the spirit of Christmas 24/7/360.

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Julie Gammack's avatar

A touching story, well-told

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