On February 4, Jennifer Ireland, a young wife and mother of two small daughters, took her last breath after a courageous battle with colon cancer. And today, February 14 -- a day reserved for all things love inspired -- you are invited to take part in a live Kansas City, Missouri benefit in honor of this lovely woman.Join the live webcast of Film Clips -- a celebration of Mairtin de Cogain's soon-to-be-released American film The Wind That Shakes The Barley. Not only a celebration of film, this event will also feature the clipping of every strand of Mairtin de Cogain's hair -- and beard too. Attendees can claim a lock with a donation of $10 that will head straight to the Jennifer Ireland Fund. It all happens between the hours of 11:00 and 2:00 PM on this St. Valentine's Day.
There is so much more to say about Jennifer -- and she and her husband powerfully say it all on the blog they authored throughout their harrowing yet moving journey.
1. My response can only be, I am so sorry for the loss of Jennifer, loving mother and wife. What a great loss to her family and friends. I thank God we are blessed with memories. When our loved one's are taken by cancer, that is all that is left, wonferful memories in pictures, our hearts, and in our minds, they will always be alive. That is the one thing that cancer can not take away. It has no feelings of love, compassion, or respect for life. Cancer only knows ATTACK! Age, color, or what your gender is, doesn't seem to make a difference. But your memeories are yours to keep forever and a day. My deepest sympathy to family. And to all those who have lost a loved one on this day of Valentines, be assured that Jennifer is looking over you, her children, and all those whose lives she has touched with her loving heart, and her warm feelings.
With much love to all, take care, and know that she is there. Jason Chambers
Posted at 8:40AM on Feb 15th 2007 by Jason Chambers