The courage of a young LEGO fan

akunthita

A young LEGO fan just passed away. His journey had touched the lives of thousands.

We tend to think of LEGO as just a toy or a hobby... something to do... something to collect... But for some it is a lifeline to a kinder world. With their bright colors and logical structure LEGO makes more sense then the reality they have to face every day and the fightening future ahead of them.

It is actually quite amazing how many children (and likely adults too - although we don't hear of them as much) use LEGO as a creative medium all the way to the end.

You can read Mitchell's story here, written by a LEGO fan who was deeply touched by his journey: http://thebrickblogger.com/2013/03/remembering-lego-fan-mitchell-jones/

I definitely appreciate just the simple ability to snap my LEGO bricks together more since learning about Mitch...

hewman

Thanks for sharing.

TheLoneTensor

This is the saddest thing I ever read, but happy to know that Lego brought some joy to this brave little boy's life.

Originally on : http://www.thebrickblogger.com/2013/03/remembering-lego-fan-mitchell-jones/

And the whole story here: http://www.facebook.com/mitchellsjourney

Joseph

Interestingly enough, the author of that blog is a member of this forum: http://www.bricksetforum.com/discussion/9785/the-courage-of-a-young-lego-fan#latest :-)

samiam391

Already posted here:
http://www.bricksetforum.com/discussion/9785/the-courage-of-a-young-lego-fan#latest

Incredibly sad story. I'm glad that LEGO was there to inspire and be a companion to him, even in his last hours.

I believe many of us, including myself, often take the simple plastic brick for granted.

TheLoneTensor

Doh sorry, searched but missed it, merge please

Joseph

^^ Ninja'd :o).

samiam391

@Joseph- Sorry that I don't stalk the forums as much as you do ;-P

akunthita

Yeah, I have been thinking of Mitchell ever since I first heard about him a couple of weeks ago. At that time he was still alive and still fighting and still building with LEGO. I certainly appreciate just the simple act of snapping bricks together more - some people fight just to do that... I will always remember that Mitchell thought me that...

jasor

People talk, and quibble about this toy and its offerings, reselling, amassing, etc...every time I see a child building Lego, like REALLY BUILDING, it reminds me of why I love it so darn much.

twoninerken

Mitchell and his family are from the same city I live in. I have followed his story closely through a mutual friend and his fathers blog. Mitchell was a fighter and left his mark in this world. I am glad that Lego helped bring some joy to his life.

Crowkillers

This is exactly why I love doing charity auctions for kids... I just wish that I could do more of them... Kids are what it's all about...

VDubs

i know the healing power of lego and its saved me so many times.

RIP Mitchell