50 Acts of Kindness #2 of 50 continued...

You have shown many acts of kindness to me and to others. My most treasured memory was when you took the time to meet my parents, Glen and Wanda. They were so impressed with your sincerity and genuine act of concern. To them you were a normal, kind and caring individual, no celebrity status what so ever. After your conversation, you offered to pose for pictures, which my parents proudly display in their home. Afterward I found my dad with tears in his eyes. I went over and asked him if he was okay. He nodded yes and said, "Sis I now understand why Marie means so much to you! She is such a wonderful, kind and caring person. She took the time to talk to me and I'm just a normal old man." I embraced my dad (now we're both in tears) and told him that he was special and that I loved him dearly. My parents mean the world to me and for you to take the time from your busy schedule to meet them, truly meant a lot. I've followed the Osmond's' for years and my parents never understood the draw. Sometimes I think that they thought I was crazy! lol But now, after meeting you, they understood. Since then my parents have had the pleasure to meet you several other times. My dad in now 81 years young and my mom is 76. I truly love my parents, my dad is my world!! Thank you for blessing our lives.

With the launch of your doll line in 1991, I have become acquainted with MDF's and they are a unique group of caring and loving friends. A true family of sisters! For that I thank you!

Your dolls have brought such joy and love to not only me, but to my family and friends. My mom and Aunt Doris have collected dolls since their childhood and have added some of your collection to theirs. The beauty, quality, detailing and affordable prices make the decision of purchasing a Marie Osmond doll a no brain-er!!

Thank you Marie, for just being YOU!! Beauty, glamour, and style...you have it all!

May God continue to bless you and you family!

"Happy 50th Birthday!"

All my love,

Linda

"50 Acts Of Kindness" (1 of 50)

In October of 2009, Marie had a 50^th birthday party at the Flamingo hotel. Many of her doll collector friends and fans attended. I decided to honor Marie’s new decade of life by collecting (hopefully) fifty stories from friends, fans, and collectors about acts of kindness that they had personally experienced because of knowing Marie.

I’m going to post 5 on the website each week (as I long ago promised….sorry!).

Please know, for the sake of privacy, I left off last names, and some of the letters have been edited down a bit because of space or at the request of the sender.

Thanks everyone for your thoughtful words. Enjoy!

Marsh

1 of 50
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Dear Marie,

Much like your dolls have graced our home with their unique style, beauty and fun, you have graced my life by your beautiful example of all that is true and good and genuine. While I know that you may not remember me from one doll signing to another, each time I meet you, you greet me as a friend greets another friend and you take an interest in the things I say, whether it is a story about how one of your dolls is special to me, or a story about how your dolls brought me together with many special friends. I have enjoyed the friendship and fellowship of other doll collectors from around the world and the times I can spend with them mean a great deal to me. For several years, I corresponded with another doll friend in Malaysia, and during that time, we developed a wonderful friendship. We were finally able to meet in person on August 28, 2009 when we went to see your show at the Flamingo. When I shared this story with you after the show, you took the time to listen with great interest, in spite of the fact that you were busy and there were fans still waiting in line to have their picture taken with you.

Thank you for taking time for your fans, for taking an interest in them, for the kindness and friendship you extend to others, and for being the special person that you are to me and to so many other fans and dollfriends. I wish you a very happy 50th birthday and may all of your wishes and dreams come true!

Love,

June