MIRACLE MAKEOVER SNEAK PEEK ABOVE: Liam Grady, age 8, is Charlie's brother and roommate. Liam is a hoot. Just a total hoot. He is profound, kind, and funny. The chalkboard above a desk -- made from Lowe's sawhorses -- provides a place for his daily "Liamisms" that keep the whole Grady family laughing even in a time of hardship. Eric Thomas, skilled craftsman, made the desk top and our window awnings too! The challenge with the makeover for Charlie -- who is suffering from brain tumors -- was to make the room about each of their personalities, goals and dreams. All in a 14' x 14' space. The result is a miracle! You will need to be here for the video reveal starting this Friday August 12 to watch it and be inspired. Maybe even laugh and cry -- the good tears -- just a little. Here is how you can help kids like Charlie and someone new to also receive a MiracleMakeover by participating in the MiracleMakeover Blog Party this coming week:
The host for the MiracleMakeover August 12-18 Blog Event is:
Here at www.designgivesback.com where the reveal video will be playing. Anytime someone leaves a comment we will donate $1 to Friends of Kids with Cancer or another makeover recipient.
4) There will be four other MiracleMakeover bloghosts (three with linky parties) that you can link to as well-- with your post. The comments left at these help earn donations too!
5) Our goal is 5,000 comments or the equivalent across the web. Together we can do it! We did last year for Colette's MiracleMakeover.
6) If you write a post and let us know via email we will donate an additional $5.00 in your name to our charities!
Meet Liam Grady on this Sneak Peek Video.... You will just love him! Click on the link below:
Metamorphosis Monday Fans: Susan is posting for the MiracleMakeover on Monday the 15th. It would be so kind if you could include our link in your post for that day!
DIY TIP: Note the clothes-line wheels(couple dollars each) we adapted above, for art display for Charlie's coloring pages (see the video link, above, for more on that, too). The wheels are also from kind Lowe's -- one of our sponsors.
WELCOME TRANSFORMATION THURSDAY FRIENDS. PLEASE BE PART OF THE MIRACLE MAKEOVER PARTY!
Posted DGBMedia Team
Oh my gosh, I just love this family! Can not wait for the reveal! That vignette is darling and Liam's quote is great! We love Design Gives Back!
Posted by: Desi | 08/07/2011 at 06:36 PM
That is such a cute idea with the art line!
Posted by: Joni Cobb | 08/07/2011 at 06:49 PM
I am from Met Monday and I am in to the eyebrows! Starting to think about a post for this cause...
Thank-you for the opportunity to give back!
Posted by: cindy R. | 08/07/2011 at 08:54 PM
Dear Team: Do you need any additional donations? We would like to help. I will email you.
Blessings,
Mrs. B & Tom
Posted by: Mrs. B | 08/07/2011 at 10:12 PM
I bet you exceed your goal! The blog world is incredible and this just proves it! Good luck and I await the reveal!
Posted by: Susan | 08/08/2011 at 07:01 AM
That room is so bright and cheerful, so perfect for a child.
Love the art wheel, very nice of Lowes to help out, too.
I am really grateful for all you do.
Posted by: JolieAnne | 08/08/2011 at 11:20 AM
that looks amazing
Posted by: vickie | 08/08/2011 at 01:19 PM
Excitement is building!
Sherry
Design Gives Back Team
Posted by: Sherry | 08/08/2011 at 01:45 PM
Kelly, I can tell I'm going to love the room. Great colors! FUN!
You are an angel, and I admire you so much for doing this.
XO,
Sheila :-)
Posted by: Sheila | 08/08/2011 at 08:17 PM
This will be very exciting. Last year was very uplifting. So many posts about good things!
A change from the normal stuff you hear on the news. This room is so cute and that little boy is really precious!Thanks for involving us all, a true blessing.
Posted by: Kimmy | 08/08/2011 at 11:42 PM
G'morn sweet Kelee ~
I am with you all the way again. This is so exciting to be a part of. These children will melt hearts .. May God shower His healing blessings upon this precious child.
Thank you for all you do for so many, Kelee. You are a walking angel.
Have a beautiful day, my friend.
Hugs & love in deep gratitude,
Marydon
Posted by: Marydon | 08/09/2011 at 06:15 AM
I love the "Liamisms"! So cute! Can't wait to see the reveal of this room. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: laxsupermom | 08/09/2011 at 07:27 PM
This is such a precious little boy...such an engaging smile and so clever with his "Liamisms!" I know the room is going to be the perfect boys room and perfect to help make his healing a success! I eagerly await the revealing....
Kelee, I admire you so...you are truly a giving woman with a heart of gold! God Bless You!!
Jil
Posted by: Jil | 08/09/2011 at 07:42 PM
Liam is such a dear little boy-I pray for God's healing powers. I am sure Liam loves this special room .
Blessings,
Carolyn
Posted by: Carolyn | 08/10/2011 at 07:46 AM
What a fun and lively room- perfect for Liam:)
Posted by: Nancy (dreamitbuilditstyleit.blogspot.com) | 08/10/2011 at 07:52 AM
Hi Kelee! This is an exciting project and I would be so happy to participate. Learning about you and your project shows me that life is still rich with possibilities. God bless you and your team. Hugs, Terri
Posted by: Terri Morse | 08/10/2011 at 09:55 AM
Woo Hoo Kelee...so excited to be part of another Miracle Makeover. Just created a blog post and will be sure to join in the party on Monday! Also signed up as a Google Friend and will post again on Monday to encourage participation. Fondly, Roberta
http://con-tain-it.typepad.com/bobis_business_of_bliss_i/2011/08/-design-gives-back-miracle-makeover-charlies-room.html
Posted by: Roberta | 08/10/2011 at 11:24 AM
Many people forget the power of our surroundings. It's just amazing what you did with his little world. I'm certain that his spirits are still soaring high... and will continue to be for a long time. Great job to you and your team!
Posted by: Eugene B | 08/10/2011 at 01:05 PM
Thank you for the renovation that you did for the Grady Boys. The room looks perfect.
Posted by: Roberta H | 08/11/2011 at 11:28 AM
what a cute room for a very deserving boy and his brother. I thought that was so nice to include all the children. Putting feet on beliefs.
Posted by: charlene payen | 08/12/2011 at 07:35 AM
Thank you to Design gives back!
Posted by: Lynn Guinn | 08/12/2011 at 05:04 PM
A beautiful family! Add to that a Miracle Makeover team and the joy is endless. I'm praying God will bless them all.
Posted by: Pamela | 08/15/2011 at 07:29 AM
many thanks for caring for this delightful family. I come over from friends at http://bunnythreads.blogspot.com/ where I learn to care and compassion and laughter and keeping ones soul open to doing the right thing.
Posted by: rose mac | 08/15/2011 at 08:45 PM