Regarding third grader Ava Kostewicz’s letter “Kindness keeps us connected” (Sept. 4, TribLIVE): When I read your letter (which I clipped and kept), it brought tears to my eyes. It wasn’t because it made me sad, but that this was coming from a young lady who could see the needs of others and act with kindness to help them. Something we don’t see enough of these days. So, during this holiday season, let’s all try and do good deeds/mitzvahs and do as Ava has done.
I know, without a shadow of a doubt, that your parents are very proud of you. Our dad would have given you a “Done Good” button, as he wanted us to think of the less fortunate. He always told us that we may not have everything we want, but we had everything we needed, especially since we had love!
Thank you for your kindness, Ava!
Marianne Rossi-Brown
Greensburg