<p>"Dear M Family, </p>
<p>I hope this finds you well this holiday season. Here at Fordham we heard of the damage that your house sustained and decided that there was more we could do to make your holiday better. This quilt was constructed by the student costume shop workers as a tool for learning sewing techniques but also with your family in mind, specifically S's brother, K. We hope you can use and enjoy it and hope your holiday season is full of blessings. Merry Christmas.</p>
<p>The Fordham Theatre Dept Costume Shop"</p>
<p>Our community was devastated by Hurricane Sandy. So was our home (including my younger S’s bedroom), cars and much of our property. Rebuilding has been VERY slow and it is starting to take its toll. </p>
<p>Shortly after the storm, the Fordham Costume Shop donated beautiful clothing to our Church which was set up as a relief center for the community. It was brought out by Fordham students who came to our home and helped us sort through our belongings, salvaging what we could and throwing out the rest. </p>
<p>I just wanted to share this with everyone because it touches upon one of those intangible qualities that led my S to choose Fordham over the other schools he was considering. We have been very happy with the program that he is in and with the education he is receiving, but THIS is priceless. </p>
<p>Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & Happy New Year to all, and best of luck to the Class of 2017 as you come to a decision on where to spend the next four years of your life.</p>
<p>sandkmom,
I’m so very sorry for the loss and challenges you have faced. It is very heartwarming to read your story of what your son’s theater department has done for you and your community. Very touching. Sounds like a special place.</p>
<p>What a wonderful thing-- I’m sorry to hear how hard things have been for you. But so glad to hear such good things about Fordham – it seems like such a large-hearted place.</p>
<p>Just getting back into life after being sick all week! I am really hopeful that the black clouds will NOT follow me into 2013! </p>
<p>But yes, I just had to share this because it really meant SO much to us and at a time when we really needed a little joy in our lives! </p>
<p>Happy New Year everyone!!! :)</p>
<p>I am so sorry you have had to deal with such loss and so glad to hear what Fordham did for your family. It reaffirms my feelings about the importance of community in our lives. I hope 2013 brings you much joy, happiness and good health this year. And the rebuilding goes quicker!</p>
<p>Happy New Year to all! :)</p>