Message from David

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I began Students of AMF in 2004, because I knew just how difficult it was to have my mom (and best friend) sick while I was at college. I had spent my entire life watching my mother's "unconditional love" at work and selflessness in her every action. As a child I learned from her, but as I matured I too was able to provide emotional and spiritual support for my mom.

While my mom wanted me by her side during her battle, she knew that I could give her strength by going to school and making her proud. At this time I realized that I could use my unfortunate situation to empower me, but I also needed a lot of support. Without the help of my incredible friends, teachers, teammates, and roommates at Georgetown, I never could have made it through my first three semesters.

This network of friends and family helped me to realize just how powerful peer-support and love can be. I have tried to emulate this same kind of love that I received from my mother and support from my friends in developing Students of AMF. In every support group meeting I feel as though my mother is with me, providing the same warm shoulder to lean on and soft hand to rub. This group has helped so many members of the Georgetown community to feel connected and as though we are making a difference in the lives of the sick and their grieving family members. I would love for you to read a testimonial from a member of the Georgetown chapter (click here). After such an incredible response on Georgetown's campus I decided that the group must be spread.

I now challenge you all to make it your goal to live like Anne Marie and dedicate yourselves to helping others. This is different for all of you. You may be able to help this population of grieving young adults by being a mentor, starting a chapter, making a donation, or simply referring someone you know to our group. I want to thank you on behalf of the entire network for coming to this website and learning about our group.

May God bless you and an angel named Anne Marie watch over you,
~David Fajgenbaum

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