Rags to Riches and then some!

12/13/2013

by Skip Cohen

Most of us live in our own insulated little worlds. We're not oblivious to the challenges in life, but we are somewhat removed from some of the toughest ones. Nick Vedros sent this over to me and whileit really belongs in Nick's Picks it's the perfect video to watch as we head into the weekend.

It has absolutely NOTHING to do with photography, NOTHING to do with business or marketing and there's NOTHING here to help you with your own challenges in life. What there is though is an incredible feeling that just comes over you as you watch the story build. Watch it to the end and pay attention to the expressions as the auction bids go up.

If you're eyes are dry at the end of this, you're much tougher than I am. Enjoy!

1 Comment

Steffi Smith link

12/15/2013 05:19:32 am

I can not express in words the happiness I felt for this couple. This is such a wonderful story, perfect for this Christmas season.......thank you so much for lifting my spirits to an unbelievable high.

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