An orphan girl whose father and three siblings died in an arson fire has one simple holiday wish: She wants enough holiday cards to fill up her Christmas tree.
Now, her Facebook post is going viral and the cards are starting to pour in. And the little girl couldn’t be more thrilled.
Safyre Terry is the sole survivor of the blaze that killed her family two years ago. Safyre, now 8, has since endured many surgeries for burns over 75 percent of her body, which include the amputation of one of her hands and one of her feet.
Her custodial aunt, Liz Dolder, said Tuesday that Safyre was “over the moon” when the first card arrived. But Dolder said the family was worried they would not receive enough cards to fill the card tree.
Dolder posted a photo of Safyre on Facebook and told of her wish. Since, the post has gone viral and she’s been deluged with responses.
Dolder says “it’s just magical. She’s so excited.”
The address for cards is:
Safyre Terry
P.O. Box 6126
Schenectady, NY 12306
You can check out her Facebook page here
From Safyre Schenectady’s Super Survivor, where Safyre is seen holding recent cards mailed from strangers.
The Associated Press contributed to this article.
This poor innocent child has and will suffer her whole life because of the actions of a deranged arson … How can we help her? I’m going to send her a gift of money in her card in the hope that it will bring some joy to her this Christmas …… James
Card on the way.Praying for you
Bless your heart praying for yoi
I am horrified that this little angle suffers so much for so long… I will pass on to all my grandchildren and do our best to make her Xmas tree plan come true..
Bless her little heart – prayers are on their way.!
Sending card and all my best wishes to you. I think you are a brave and wonderful child.
I send warm thoughts and a big hug.
God Bless you and keep you wrapped in his arms.
You are a beautiful young lady and are so brave to be going through
all the surgeries etc. plus the loss of your family, Remember it is what
is in your heart that speaks volumes of just how brave you are. Outside
looks do not matter. Your heart is huge. Good luck and God Bless.
Have a very wonderful Christmas. You are an inspiration to us all.
Dee
May you have the very best in life little angel. Merry Christmas and a happier New Year. The card is on the way. Your a very brave little girl. God loves you . Thanks to those who love and care for you.
What a WONDERFUL idea- cards come from the heart & their cherished words will last forever!! Much better than a present !! Continued recovery & a Blessed HAPPY LIFE!! Love to you all!
May God bless and keep you safe in his arms.
Your a little cutie God Bless You and may he WRAP his LOVING ARMS all the DAYS of YOUR life
Your life has a special purpose dear little Safyre. Your story has touched the hearts of thousands of people. May God be with you, as you endure a life without your Daddy and siblings. I’m sure they will watch over you from Heaven. Just know that you are loved by many, even though you don’t know our names, and our sincere prayers will help to heal the physical and emotional pain that you suffer every day. May God Bless You little sweetheart, and have joy filled Christmas this year.