Brenden Foster, Inspiration
11-year old Brenden Foster inspired his mother and grandmother during his short life. He inspired millions more in just the last few weeks. Brenden had leukemia. But his last wish wasn’t to go see a basketball game or to get a visit from a favorite Hollywood star. His last wish was to feed the homeless. With that small wish, he empowered so many to reach out in their own communities and feed the homeless where they lived. Young Brenden died from leukemia on Friday, November 21, 2008 in the arms of his mother.
People all over the world – South Caroline, Ohio, Saudi Arabia, California, Washington, Oregon – all put together food drives and donation centers on Brenden’s behalf to help feed the homeless.
Brenden had only one question for God through all of this. “Why at so young an age? I could have done more. But if it has to be now, it has to be now,” he said.
Donations to help the family with medical costs can be made at any Washington Mutual Bank Branch. I have no doubt that a fund or donation service will be set-up to continue to honor Brenden’s last wish. When I find it, I will be sure to post it here for readers.
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November 24th, 2008 at 3:37 pm
For a video of Brenden:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3r6_ySvrATs
November 25th, 2008 at 1:12 am
Brenden,
You will be missed by so many. You inspired me and so many others. Rest in peace young man and we will all see you soon one day.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:01 pm
The Dream Within
Written in memory of
Brenden Stephen Foster
It is not our years but it is our dreams
That gives to others, lends help, and feeds
Because it is not our age, but the youth inside
That makes the change and turns the tide
For no one knows how much time they have
But to those who give with loving hands
Leave deeds that reach beyond their lives
You see,
It’s not one’s age, but the dream inside
And Brenden,
At times your dreams you cannot fulfill
But the love you gave will inspires others will
For your dream may be just a seed
Yet from your hope, others will fulfill the need
For it’s the dreams we have and the deeds we do
That flowers the humanity between me and you
You said: “follow your dreams” beyond your years
Yes,
That’s how the spirit goes on beyond life’s tears
So it is not our time but the love we gave
That is how our world is saved
For you leave a legacy behind
That says:
It’s not the years but our hope inside
Hand by hand and side by side
It’s not the years we’re given, but the dream inside
In Lasting Memory,
Eric S. Kingston & Family
eskwriting@yahoo.com
November 26th, 2008 at 10:25 am
Brenden,
What a beautiful example you’ve given us on how to live life to its fullest, enjoy every day, cherish our loved ones and generously give to others! I am sure that you will be welcomed into God’s arms and hear him say “Well done, good and faithful servant.” May God bless your family and friends with peace and comfort as they mourn.
November 27th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Thank you Brenden, For the message that you send to us,God choose you to be the one and you did a beautiful job.Your life was cut short by a terrible diseases but I’m sure that you are in the arms of God at this right moment . In ours you left a mark that will remain for ever ,you will be on my prayers when I thanks God for my blessings you are one of my most precious ones.You was not the first man that walk the surface of the moon,A famous Nobel Prize winner, or some famous Celebrity in Hollywood .You are a Hero, a beautiful messenger of God an example to human kind a voice that came to us to bring hope to the world.God Bless you little Angel,I light up my Christmas Tree today in your honor ..just for you.
Sincerely Lucy Rodriguez
November 28th, 2008 at 9:22 am
Brenden,
I am a better person because of you. Thank you for the courage and selflessness you have shown. I will love you forever. May God bless your family. I can’t wait to get to heaven an kiss your little face.
November 28th, 2008 at 11:55 am
Brenden is one of those people that comes in and out of your life briefly but will be with you forever.
He was definitely a special young man and is surely one of God’s newest angels.
November 28th, 2008 at 2:09 pm
Brenden,
He had what we all should have, the heart of Jesus Christ. Such a selfless little boy, he has impacted my life. I only hope and pray that I can get to that point of selflessness in my own life. I know he his in Heaven with God and being rewarded greatly. May God bless and grant Brenden’s family and friends comfort in this time of a great loss.
November 30th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
My eyes are filled with tears, my heart simply breaking, for the loss Brenden’s family is experiencing now. Especially for that last moment with his mother. What a brave and wonderful boy he was…God is holding him now, I am sure.
If only everyone could have the heart for others at such a time as he did. He is an inspiration of faith and love!
February 6th, 2009 at 7:45 am
BRENDEN FOSTER
Eleven years old and from Seattle,
with two weeks to live he forgets about his battle.
Tells his mom before I die,
I’d like to feed the hungry that are living outside.
Dying of Leukemia this brave little boy,
never ask for a vacation or even a toy.
I’d like to help others before I die,
never a thought of sadness or even his own cry.
His wish touched thousands across the land,
from Seattle to Florida,
everyone was giving a helping hand.
His name is Brenden Foster,
he’s a hero in my book,
His heart touched so many,
no one gave it a second look.
Eleven years old and barely alive,
he saw his dream come true just before he died.
Making others life better,
was his final dream,
as he died in his mothers arms,
on Friday morning.
He walked into Heaven with a smile on his face,
as Angels applauded his work of grace.
And when he met Jesus I’m sure he heard,
Your legacy will forever bless,
those on earth.
So come now my child and walk with me,
for you are now sickness free.
So thank you Brenden for all that you did,
you touched so many lives,
and you were just a kid.
…Russ Acree
Dedicated to the Memory of Brenden Foster