An unexpected email from a Lucile Packard staff member

I could not believe seeing Mandi's name in my inbox this morning!   She and I had several heart to hearts during Julia's time at Lucile Packard and she was very supportive of our family.  I have not spoken with her for at least 3 years!  It is amazing she found my email AND took the time to email me!   It is so significant and meaningful to me knowing the Julia is still alive in the thoughts and hearts of others and her life is still making an impact.  I truly believe that God does not waste a single life and I have been shown time and time again that Julia's life was truly special and significant.  


Dear Val,

Many years have passed and I just wanted to drop you a quick line that I still think of Julia and your family and I hope that you are doing well.  I imagine Maddie is in grade school now and I hope you are still enjoying Tahoe. 

My husband's work has taken us to Denver and I miss Packard and the many families and colleagues I knew there.  I've been meaning to email you for quite some as I wanted to share something with you.  During my last weekend at Packard, I met a wonderful family and I shared with them an unexpected Down's diagnosis in their new daughter.  I don't think I have the adequate words but I truly believe that because of my experiences with Julia and your family, I was able to help this family in a way that I wouldn't have otherwise been able to.  Your little angel, Julia, is continuing to do good things at Packard!

My very best wishes, 

Mandi