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Courage
Bringing a triumphant spirit, inspiration and courage
I sculpted the first Angel of Courage in 2001 to celebrate the triumphant spirit, inspiration and courage we call upon to face challenges in our lives — whether they be our health or the well-being of our loved ones. In response to an overwhelming request for this sentiment, I re-sculpted Courage in 2006. I hope this figure can be a reminder of people in our lives who inspire us with their strength and courage everyday.
Your Stories 
I started buying the willow tree angels for a dear friend who has been battling breast cancer. I would buy Hope and Courage for her treatments along with other little items to let her know I was thinking of her. I have bought her about 4 angels. She was given a week to live at the end of May and it is now the end of October and is as beautiful as ever. She is no longer being treated. But the special woman that she is just bought me "Together" for my wedding next week. Willow tree will always be special to me and will always make me think of my wonderful friend. Thank you
Submitted by chris in ohio, October 2011
In November 2010 I had a bone marrow transplant. My parents were determined to drive over 800 miles in a snow storm to see me. When they arrived I was really sick from the chemotherapy, bald and had lost almost 20 pounds. The morning after they arrived my father had a heart attack. I was on the 11th floor and he was on the 10th floor of the same hospital! I wasn't allowed off the floor to go and see him and of course he couldn't come up to see me. My poor mother was going from one floor to the other all day. My father recovered and was released almost a week later. They had to leave right after he was discharged so I didn't get to see him other than a quick goodbye. My mom brought me the Courage figurine. It made me cry and smile at the same time and made me feel better. After I got home almost four months later my husband had a little get together with some friends. One of my girlfriends brought me the Beautiful Wishes figurine. I love it! I am going to start my own collection and also give these beautiful pieces to my friends and family!
Submitted by Lee in CO, August 2011
My friend Sarah was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in October 2010. She went through surgery and chemotherapy, and is about to start treatment of radiotherapy. She has shown great courage throughout this and has shown strength as a wife, mother, sister, and best friend. I hope this figurine reminds her each day of the courage and strength she has shown us all who love her very much. Ann Marie
Submitted by AnnMarie in Scotland, May 2011
My history is anxiety. I bought this angel for my mum, without knowing anything about Willow Tree. It has come to mean very much to me- Guardian Angel. I was so scsred I had to tell the security. I was so scared at the plane, I had to tell the hosteses. I was so scared at intermediate landing in Reykjavik, I asked for a wheel chair. By the time i came to Gardermoen, I was exhausted and still very scared. I'm not afraid of flying, but my anxiety got to me. I was 100% sure I would die. It was a nightmare. The Guardian Angel still means alot to me. Yesterday I bought Courage - which also says to me - Freedom--THANK GOD FOR MY LIFE--I can conquer much, but that plane trip home got the best of me. I was sure I was going to die, and i prayed constantly. Of course, I realize it's paranoid. But I was so scared, You can't understand anxiety before you're there. I knew the little figure, Guardian Angel was probably watching over me, even though i wasn't thinking about that at the moment. Love to all.
Submitted by Inger Hilde in Norway, May 2011
Today a precious person presented the Willow Tree to my sister and me. She said we have courage, more than anyone she has known. You see, my mother and grandfather passed away on same exact day hours apart 12 years ago in March. We lost our uncle months later. On April 13, 2011 we lost my grandmother at 5:30 in the morning. That night around 8:30 p.m. our neighbor, Chet, who is a father to us in many ways, fell out of his truck. My sister performed CPR while I called 911 and tried to keep his wife calm as I called his two sons that live in the state. We lost him that night as well. So once again God presented us with the challenge to deal with two deaths in one day hours apart, and we have. We may have courage and may be strong, but it's the love of our family, friends and the good man upstairs that keeps us going. Grams was ill and old so we knew her days were numbered, but Chet's passing was sudden. His family is amazing--they are my family and always will be. They sent food over to my aunt's house, even as she was grieving the loss of her husband. She is a strong person and I love her dearly. She is my mom on earth, as my mommy is in heaven being my angel.
Submitted by Maranda in Nj, April 2011
This was the first Willow Tree angel I bought for myself. I had a breast cancer, and I was only 33 years old. Now I am 44, still here, and so are the angels, of that I'm sure. Willow Tree angels are representations of the real angels who are around us. All the time. Always.
Submitted by Minna in Finland, December 2010
My name is Molly. I fell in love with the Willow Tree angels when my mother started collecting them. I haven't bought any for myself, but I have bought many for my mother. She has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer, and I have gotten her many angels to help lift her spirits and give her hope. They show that I care, and make her feel better. Whenever she sees them on her window sill she remembers that she has a loving family that has her back.
Many of my role models collect the angels and gain strength from them. The angels carry memories and hope, and I will always be thankful for the message and love they bring.
Thank you so much for your angels. They will always be a huge part of my family.
Molly C
Submitted by Molly in Maine, November 2010
Eight years ago I discovered that I had the BRCA2 gene that greatly increases my risk of breast cancer. After much prayer about my fear of surgery and many medical opinions, I decided to have a prophylactic bilateral mastectomy in August. My mother-in-law gave me the "Courage Angel" with a note that said, "You are so brave!" Every time I look at the angel, with her arms reaching high, I feel so happy to be alive and empowered by my decision.
Submitted by Nina in Maryland, October 2010
Three weeks ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer. My sister gave me the Courage figurine. Already it has provided me with a reminder to have the courage to face the treatments that lie ahead. It has provided me with courage to face days that are not easy. It is in our living room where it is a focal point for my family and myself as we face the days ahead. Thank you to my sister for this wonderful gift, and to WillowTree for making representations of the various seasons of our lives.
Submitted by Karen in Michigan, September 2010
I have triple negative Breast Cancer and am currently undergoing chemo-next will be surgery to remove the cancer, then radiation. My cousin's daughter sent me the *Courage* yesterday. I've never met her yet she felt compelled to send such a loving gift. When my 7 year old arrived home he asked about it and I explained I needed courage to fight my battle and this angel is here to help me. He studied it a moment then said, 'But mommy...she has hair.'...imagine my surprise!? I then explained that she had already fought her battle and her hair grew. Once I fight mine, my hair will also grow back.
It amazes me that this wonderful gift is not only precious because she sent it to me but for my son to better understand.....so profound.
Thank you,
Carolyn Jackson
Submitted by Carolyn in Georgia, August 2010
My late Mother-in-Law passed away suddenly in April 2009. We found this figurine while cleaning out her home.
She had been diagnosed with emphysema years ago, and had undergone a successful lung transplant in December 2007.
I believe someone had given her this figurine to remind her to have COURAGE while recovering from her surgery. I am blessed to have it in my home now.
Submitted by Yvette in Georgia, March 2010
Susan,
I just want you to know that your angels are so healing and inspirational. We started collecting them when my mother battled cancer. Our mother is an angel and that is what drew us to your beautiful collection. She is cancer free now and we all have found such strength in these amazing angels.
Through the years we have give them as gifts to our friends and families in many different situations. Since July my 10-year-old daughter Cailtyn has been in and out of the ICU at Loma Linda hospital in Ca. Every day we have surrounded her hospital bed or where ever she is with your angels, especially the Angel of Courage and the Angel of Patience. One of the first things she could remember was the Angel of Courage. She has found such strength and peace in this. We just want to say thank you for being an inspiration Susan. Each Angel is a meaningful masterpiece!
On Christmas Caitlyn, my family and I have decided we would like to deliver the Angel of Courage to some of the kids in the ICU and to the nurses. This was Caitlyn’s idea. There were so many sick kids; we want to place an angel by their bedside. We hope that they can find in your collection the comfort, wisdom, and positive feeling that we have found over these trying times.
Happy Holidays,
Stephanie
Caitlyn’s story is @ welovecaitlyn.blogspot.com
Submitted by Stephanie in California, December 2009
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