It’s fair to say that Richmond resident Michelle Li is very proud of her nine-year-old daughter, Esmé.
So when her little girl – who is also a Richmond News carrier – received a heartwarming note of thanks and a gift from her local community, Li was gushing with pride.
“Hope this holiday is going to bring joy to everyone and the world will have peace and fun again… We hope this little season’s token will cheer you up for a good job. Well done. We appreciate it. Thanks,” read the notice from Richmond News readers on Esmé’s route.
Esmé was so happy that someone took the time to write a thank you note and give her a small gift, said Li, adding that she believes little kind gestures like this will keep her daughter going strong through the winter months.
“(Esmé) is usually very resilient, but this is a very hard job for anyone in the rainy, cold and dark days of winter,” added Li.
“She has had some people stop and tell her what a good job she is doing and it has really encouraged her.
“I love seeing people do little things like this and showing care and concern for others during this season. I love our community.”
