DAY 19: Cancer survivor asks the Big Favour to spoil parents after sacrificing everything to save her
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Name: Emma-Liegh Riggien
Sponsor: Terry Dale, Head of Marketing- Edgars
Story
Good day,
I hope you are all well.
Today I would like to nominate my mom and dad, Philip & Debbie Riggien.
In 2009, I was diagnosed with cancer and my mom and dad had me on the best medical plan.
They did everything possible to make sure I got the treatment I needed.
In 2010, I was placed in remission. Also in the same year, I had an elbow replacement that cost my parent about R45000 out of their own pocket.
My parents are the best parents to my sister, brother, and I. They have always ensured we are set, even now that we are much older and not living at home.
My mom is dedicated to Rainbows & Smiles, an organization that helps families whose kids' have cancer.
My mom does multiple hospital visits and bonds with the children and sometimes, sadly, she has to grieve their loss.
My dad is the best support system for my mom and will always help her where it's needed.
My parent rarely do anything to spoil themselves and I just want them to feel pampered and spoilt for one day.
Whether it be a spa day, a little shopping spree (mom rarely spoils herself, always everyone before her)
My parents deserve this.
Thank you for your time.
Emma
If you think you know of someone, anyone, that has a compelling story to tell and is in need of a helping hand, you can nominate them by clicking here or by clicking on the image below..
