Strangers help celebrate birthday with 8-year-old who just lost her mom

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[@akmack2]

Chloe lost her mom too. The strength she showed in putting aside her own grief in order to show up for Charlotte is a testament to her love and an honor to the mom they lost. Your baby and sister are lucky to have you.

[@sherryab3964]

Isn’t she though? What an amazing sister. Such a blessing all the way around. Clearly, their Mom must have been amazing to have raised a beautiful young woman and I’m sure it must have been a comfort for her knowing that her youngest daughter would he raised by her oldest daughter.

[@kathleenardrey5094]

Yikes. What kind of a school does this dear child attend? Only 1 child responded? What ugly, crude, cruel parents at this school. She will always remember, even though she had a nice party. Karma will take care of those uncaring parents and their spawn. Happy Birthday from a retired teacher and grandma. I am so sorry for you and Charlotte with Mother gone. May peace and angels and flowers hold you up and keep you going.

[@logancolette]

I was once the only child in my class to show up to a slumber party and I remember having the absolute best time! We did face masks and there was a “nail salon” that her mom and older sister “worked.” I remember being so amazed, even at 8, at how much effort was put into the party, and also quite a bit sad that I was the only person outside of the birthday girl to appreciate all that hard work. I’ll always make sure my kids are kind and show up to support their friends!

[@soyyarimarie]

Thank you for showing up❣

[@islot40]

I was once a 7 or 8 year old who had no one show up for a birthday party. I am now 58 & every year on my birthday it crosses my mind. It is truly traumatizing. Bless those mom's & others who had compassion & showed up for a stranger.

[@Missmalefique]

I'm ugly crying 🥺 shame on the classmates's parents!! That sweet little girl has gone through so much, she deserved a nice party, I'm happy to see all that beautiful people who helped out, showed up and supported Charlotte and Chloe.

[@MarA-te5jc]

So true .. people nowadays rather stay stuck at their house in front of a screen than to actually reach out to their fellow humans …

[@Missmalefique]

@@MarA-te5jc yes! And it's so sad. And is not that hard to be kind.

[@j-tastic]

Me too. I have a huge knot in my throat. I'm in tears. This is so heartfelt/warming.

[@Don_Von_De_LaNooch]

Best big sister EVER!!! “Both sisters made friends that day” 🙌🏼👏🏼❤️

[@janyceparks8326]

Amazing - her "friends" couldn't come, but oh my, those strangers showed who really was a friend. Bless them all.

[@auntbutton905]

Wow! The older sister is really an amazing person. She would not be defeated. And her little sister was given and she received the greatest gift anyone can ever receive. Ever. Plus they had a huge party and formed many new friendships as well!

[@jk3dad]

Kudos to the people who stepped up on what could have been a sad day. Happy birthday Charlotte ☺

[@soyyarimarie]

I hope the one classmate that RSVP'd could make it and that their kindness was also recognized. Like big sister said, we should focus on who made it because the ones who chose not to, aren't really needed.

[@rickgarza4167]

I will have to agree. Those who were cold hearted and did not come to the birthday party are insignificant. It's really not these cruel mothers' children's fault for their callous, mean, pathetic personalities, but their horrific mothers' personalities for the rogue manner in how they're raising bullies and children with an indifferent feelings toward humanity. It's no reason we have so many children growing up to be sociopaths.

[@jeremybyington]

I am hesitant to throw the classmates under the bus just yet. I am really curious how the RSVP went down. If it was just a verbal announcement to the class first thing in the morning then who knows how many kids were actually paying attention. If it was emailed to each parent by the teacher then there definitely should’ve been more than one show up. For sure it is a lesson for each no-show and their parents to process and grow from.

[@amateurmeteorologistjoshbrown]

It really is heartbreaking that nobody showed up to the little girl’s birthday party, but I am glad to hear about strangers from across the globe stepping in to help!

[@jsimp4050]

My son is 22 years old. When he was in elementary school he’d get invited to classmates’ birthdays. As you did, the invitations were to all classmates. There were 2 parties we attended, even though he did not know the classmates well, where he ended up being the ONLY child to show up. It was heartbreaking. The parents had planned for many kids and nobody came. It was a chance for my son to learn about other peoples feelings, kindness, and just plain humanity. We still talk about it today. I will be forwarding him your story. He will tear up hearing it, as I’m sure everyone watching has. You are a wonderful sister to her. I wish you all the best. 💕

[@kathleenardrey5094]

Same situation for my now 45-year-old son. He still remembers being the only boy who came to a boy's party. We were horrified; we ended up staying with our baby and visiting with the parents while the two boys played. We did play some of games. They took all the party stuff over to a nearby nursing home afterwards: balloons, little gifts, all the cupcakes, favors. I was sad; our son has never forgotten how rotten these affluent, snotty classmates were.

[@KeitelDOG]

This is the kind of event that marks a child forever, that will give her the courage and hope to hold on whenever she feels sad and lonely.

[@CarlieMaria28]

adults too

[@TheWhiteWolf212.]

God bless them as a parent I don't understand why the kids parents didn't make an effort to go or bring them thank god there is some good people out there that care 🙏 Happy Birthday !

[@honorsilencewith2pistols3]

Shame on the classmates parents for not coming thru.. Great example your teaching your kids of standing up and being leaders and doing what’s right! Salute to that one parent!! To the strangers that were earth angels, no words can be said for what you did for that little girl!! Earth was a better day that day

[@keriezy]

As a kid who only got invited to a few parties I wish I could have gotten an invite! Happy birthday Charlotte!

[@billzero7274]

You live in a wonderful community. The world would be a much better place if more people cared as your new friends do

[@juliahelland6488]

Okay I am not going lie...I couldn't help but cry. There are kind and caring people out there and they chose to show up and make her birthday a lot more special. ❣️

[@Graybeard_]

social media is not all bad. Happy Birthday Chole! You are so loved!

[@kelseystump112]

Charlotte***

[@dubadduwariwari3733]

The energy you put out into the universe the universe will pay you back.Hope Charlotte and Chloe have more happy memories like this in the future💙

[@carolehankinson4969]

I'm so saddened that only one parent rsvp'd, why? But I'm happy she had a wonderful b/day party and that so many great people reached out and made Chloes party so so special. I'm so sorry you both lost your Mum 🥺, but I know your Mum is so proud of you for being the best big Sister ever. Love to you both and your family. ❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧

[@nancydrew1102]

Waa totally tear jerker!!! Thank god for the kindness of friends you hadn’t met yet . . A cancer journey can be so alone & alienating . So glad you reached out choe for support, & Charlotte got to see what kindliness is . Happy birthday little Charlotte may it be the start of the best seasons of your life 💛

[@mrbillyb1966]

RIP MOM. SO HAPPY FOR THESE GIRLS. BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE

[@anony-ic3pz]

Mom is definitely watching over them!

[@brendastevens9077]

I wanted to let you know that I see you, and I sure mean that I respect and admire what your doing for your sister and yourself. I went through brain surgery 7years ago. I can tell you, that I feel very alone at times. The people that know about my Surgery either looked at me like I had horns on my head and left or they say there my friend but we never talk or do anything. I almost feel there's a stima or fear around a person living after brain surgery. Once they know, they look at you different, and your loved ones. I'm not sure if they mentioned where you both are from. I'm from Wisconsin, and would have helped. Please know I'm so proud of you, and you're Amazing in every way. Oh I'm Brenda Stevens by the way.Take Care😍

[@rickgarza4167]

I'm so sorry you have cancer. You are such a loving woman. I will pray for God Jesus Christ will heal you to a full recovery. I know you would have gone to help the sweet birthday girl celebrate her birthday. That shows that you have a big, caring, loving heart. I know there are so many cruel, heartless people in our communities but as this story shows God Jesus Christ has many loving people as these people who attended Charlotte's birthday party. And people like you who responded through here rather than do nothing. God bless you always.

[@brendastevens9077]

@@rickgarza4167 Hi Rick, I don't have Cancer. I had a beneign tumor not cancerous removed 7years ago. Thank you for praying for me. We can all use some prayers for a happy healthy life.

[@millerbeer01]

So many emotions from this. Just remember, kids might not be awkward or shy because they are just weird. I can't even imagine how tough of a little girl she is. Happy Belated Birthday 🎂

[@wkinprgrss8229]

I lost my mom to brain cancer. God bless this child.

[@janice8618]

This was beautiful. Strangers are not always danger. Happy Birthday Charlotte 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 🎂

[@kellymarlene9110]

Mom did a great job raising this Iron Lady! My heart just melted as I watched all these strangers show up.

[@jtg1465]

This story made my day! Abundant blessings to Charlotte, Chloe, and their mom who is surely watching over them! HAPPY 8th BIRTHDAY, CHARLOTTE!🤗❤️🎂🌈

[@jasonblaine23]

Omg! This is so sad!! Thank God for kindness and love!!

[@mkharrisabdullagrowlife6344]

The lil Angel lost a mum and gained a mum, her sister. How beautiful.

[@Undercaffinated]

I lost my mom 3 years ago. That first birthday was so hard. It's so amazing that you were able to reach out and make this happen for your sister.

[@maggiemims5063]

Thanks for all the great people out there! Bless you all!!! Happy birthday !!!!!!

[@idevoe4456]

Good job sis your special....and ill keep you guys in 🙏🏿

[@maggie0285]

I have sisters that are 13, 15 and 17 years older than me and all 3 of them curse the day I was born so much so that they went to my dad's funeral and told me he died the day after he was buried. The older sister loves her little sister. My sisters never grew up

[@jaimep3432]

Never dwell on that. Its not worth it.

[@lynnenord8720]

Thank you Lord for kind souls!

[@nelsonvh3033]

Start believing in people, it´s them who cared not some strange made-up figure in the sky!

[@carolmirelez170]

What an amazing story! I'm sure Charlotte had a wonderful time! 💖💖💖

[@Lotusdrm78]

There's a community of people out there who understands what it's like to feel helpless during life's most trying times. They answered this sweet woman's cries for help who wanted nothing more than to shield her sisters heart. Like angels they appeared with many blessings. We are never truly alone. My heart is full and I wish my tears could heal. Their mother is so proud of her two beautiful daughters and I'm proud that good people like this still exist. I hope their community continues to embrace them.

[@deborahyoung9560]

Thank you for sharing! I lost my mother unexpectedly even though it was 3 years ago and I’m 68 when it’s her birthday it still hurts! I know it’s not the same but your story made me feel better! 💕

[@anony-ic3pz]

Yes, Chloe is the older sister but she is still so very young herself. Wishing her the strength and comfort and a belated happy birthday to Charlotte

[@kingbalmer3810]

This what u call a great sibling and a caring LOVING SISTER I love this u did great for her birthday and happy birthday little one u did great 👍

[@Kira36k]

This is what community is all about. One Of a loveliest stories

[@oddlilbird]

This is such a beautiful story! I’m so sorry for their loss, but so happy that they now have a whole community surrounding them with love and hope❤️

[@JamesAllmond]

Chloe, you are a saint. You don't know it or accept that, I know, but you are. I hope your SO truly appreciates that, I know your sister does. Man, your own kid is lucky to have you as Mom. As for the parents of her classmates, shame on you.

[@JamesAllmond]

had to add, my sister-in-law has brain cancer, I am an active supporter of the pediatric brain tumor foundation...and our son, who is Chloe age, is studying Neuroscience...

[@kelseystump112]

@@JamesAllmond God Bless your son!!

[@1happygal2bhere50]

Blessings to you and your little sister. And HAPPY Birthday!

[@jeanbryant4180]

Omgsh, she's so lucky to have you as a big sister! You're both beautiful!

[@lauragreen4899]

What a sweet story. I hope that these folks will keep up with the sisters now and welcome them into their lives. What a blessing that would be for these girls.

[@wanderingOracle]

My heart goes out to you both, I'm happy that strangers showed love and togetherness and showered you both with Love just when you needed it.

[@journeyhomewithballori]

The kids in her class not showing up ended up being a blessing. Both sisters got to meet a new family that actually cares. I’m sure many of them were for a day or a season, but one or two will be with them for the long run. And this party was probably to specifically being them together. ♥️ God bless their mother’s soul. She’s done an incredible job raising her daughters. Now this angle is doing the same with her sister. Bless them both

[@anahata2009]

It's a beautiful, uplifting story. Much needed. I'm wondering . . . where is their dad?

[@adammorgan7874]

Wow, what a remarkable story. That restored a little more of my hope for humanity.

[@korydowell965]

I'm not crying you are

[@moniquekiev9937]

Awww…Happy BDay this was BEAUTIFUL and shout out to that 1 RSVP from her school!!!😌

[@yvonbarrier1829]

Happy birthday beautiful girl, and big sister you doing an awesome job 💖. I know it's a hard time for you at this moment to be a mum and a sister, but you should be proud of yourself, and your mum would be so proud of you. All my love 💓 to both of you, greetings from England 🇬🇧 😘

[@lauraannbrooks3810]

I teach art to children her age and what a blessing it is to have a girl like that and a wonderful sister like you

[@CheersNE]

Happy Birthday Charlotte and You are AMAZING Chloe!!!

[@C-GODPROP3377]

I see the news on on my cellphone and it is always a reminder of all the bad that is happening in the world, but then I see this story and it is so uplifting. It is so wholesome to see people from different races, cultures and backgrounds come together and turn something tragic into something beautiful. This made me cry and smile at the same time. 🥰

[@desmeisme]

Thank you to her and all those amazing people who came to support her. I’m so sorry for your loss, your mom is with in in spirit always.

[@pattyfarghaly1821]

Heartbreaking. Thank goodness there are some good people left in this world.

[@rickjamezz838]

Awesome story we need more of this. Glad it turned out great for her. Mom is looking down proud of her daughters. May she have birthdays like this to come. Real tear jerker but I'm not one bit ashamed to say!

[@dragonyami]

If only more, if not all of humanity could have this kind of generous and loving spirit towards one another

[@Dime.Society]

I’m pregnant, now I’m crying. This is amazing. I still have hope for humanity 🙌🏽❤️🥰

[@cocosphynx911]

I’m in tears on my lunch break. I love this so much.

[@maurreese]

God bless everyone involved and this beautiful family!!❤️

[@ldkgn1]

I was in tears 😢 through the whole video. I am so happy that her day turned out to be beautiful. God bless!

[@scytheification]

It's so sad that some people have so much pain in there life and I only hope that they find someone to help them through dark times and give them happiness.

[@artenman]

My parents never cared to throw birthday parties for me and I’m kind of glad they didn’t. I was bullied in school a lot so I’m sure I’d be that kid with an empty party with more terrible memories to have to remember lol.

[@MsAchampion]

Bless these two 🙏🏾. They are so strong. ❤️ Bless all of those who listened and jumped on in to help out! You guys all rock for real!!!! 🏆

[@patriciawilliams390]

I’m so happy the community pitched in and gave her a great party. So sorry about your mom. Shame on her classmates.

[@parkerthompson3447]

Props to all the real moms who came together to make this happen y’all are truly appreciated and us sons don’t know what we would do without y’all 🙌

[@diatribe1194]

THE WORLD WISHES BOTH THE BEST EVER FOREVER.

[@rafascrofa]

I too lost my mother recently and I know exactly how these two girls are feeling. my birthday is in a few weeks and I’m not sure how I’m going to get through the day without my mom by my side.

[@lauriegates5856]

That was really beautiful and special. Happy Birthday 🥳🎉🎂

[@jimcoop5663]

..there still are a lot of good folks who really care..... May God continue to bless you all abundantly.....+ ❤

[@words_on_a_screen]

From death to celebrating the day of life. It's a nice gesture but won't last as time passes, condolences.

[@caryn3011]

You're a very special soul and Will be blessed beyond measure and your precious little sister too 💞🤗💞

[@mr.balloffur]

Shame on those parents

[@WorldwideWyatt]

Chloe is such a beautiful woman to do that for her little sister Charlotte. Their mother would be so proud. Happy Birthday Charlotte.

[@cloudswinger2000]

My daughter has been the one classmate that attended friends parties more than once. If she gets invited, I make every effort for her to show up.

[@SeattleSeaDragon]

I love this.. Not only because baby sister got a fun party.. But also because big sister now knows that she is not alone and there are people to support her too. It's not easy being in your early twenties and raising a younger sibling.. It's so much different from what you expected.. But it is rewarding on a whole another level..

[@shellyk.7156]

May Got bless you & your baby sis! And to all those who stepped up! Thanks for sharing the love!!

[@marieblu6034]

Omg the tears started Instantly! So happy their community came together to help celebrate life and love. ❤️

[@lydiaberg5392]

It was such a beautiful day for Charlotte and her big sister who did everything for her what an amazing thing and what an amazing big sister!

[@mattkelly2004]

Community, true meaning 👏

[@robertedmond4533]

Big sisters can be soooooo awesome sometimes, & now I have to call mine & remind her of that❤️❤️❤️

[@grandmaj5046]

What a wonderful thing for people to do for this little girl and her big sister. What a wonderful sister Chloe has. They are extremely blessed to have one another. Their mom raised them right!

[@micheleonel5068]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! Because her classmates didn’t come, she ended up with the BEST BIRTHDAY EVERY!!!!! I hope the other parents learn how important it is to support their children’s classmates when they are invited to these types of things…and realize the hurt a child can have when others don’t show up for them. It does happen ALL THE TIME! I’m a teacher and I do see this often. But WOW what a fabulous turn of events!! And YES!!! BEST SISTER EVER…what LOVE!!!💞

[@rochellenorberg9705]

Beautiful 💙 ❤️🎈🎈🎈🎈🌻

[@matteogloria-dalto]

Yasssss, to infinity and beyond!! Fill's my heart with light in these often rough days!! Sending love, healing, hope, joy, and wellness to y'all!

[@bradleyhasse5220]

Great to see the community work together

[@alexanderrosa8481]

What an amazing person she is ❤ and all the people who helped her are amazing too! There are still good people in the world

[@janetdear6429]

🤧 so sorry for the lost of your mum, may she rest in peace, 🙏. So glad your sister had a great birthday 🎂🎁. Great video thanks 💖😁

[@daveturnbull7221]

Tell them to give each other a hug from me in sunny Scotland 🤗 The pair of them are awesome.

[@lisawilliams9320]

So beautiful 😍 💖 sorry for your lost God be with your family.

[@ladymondegreen]

Omg I love humanity sometimes. Beautiful story.

[@kimwhitson7035]

GOD LOVE YOU BIG SIS…YOUR AWESOME

[@hawaiiallan]

God Bless you all who made this girl’s Birthday a special one and helping out her older sister. And to the one child and her family who was the only one who RSVP to the party God Bless you and family! With everything going on in the world now it’s good to see that we can all come together to help one another! 🇺🇸🙏

[@christinamikolajek6797]

God Bless these 2 Precious Sisters and All the Kind People who showed such Care for them💗

[@gardener6770]

This is the sweetest, strangers stepping up! This is how God's ppl really should be. Much love and caring your way. God's blessings 🙌. She's a lil princess. ❤👸