A Personal Journey of Compassion and Giving
As a young man of 23, I was tasked with taking care of my mother, who developed breast cancer. The picture on this webpage is of us at my older brother’s rehearsal dinner in 1981. She would be gone from the earth in just a few months.
My mom had a great team from the Oncology Department at Evanston Hospital, and I will be forever grateful for their support. While I wish I could say that I was supported by family and close friends, there were only a couple (and they know who they are) who were truly there for me. These were what I call “the days of you and me against the world.” Before her passing, my mom demonstrated courage and love that have stayed with me to this day. As heartbreaking as that time was in my life, the experience changed me in fundamental ways.
I began a journey of searching for ways to contribute positively to the world. I believe she is with me, guiding me as only a loving mother can.
In my adult life, I have always kept an eye out for opportunities to give back, and I have found charitable giving to be a great way to do so. The causes related to cancer are the ones that mean the most to me. Having experienced the pain associated with this horrible disease, I am dedicated to helping any way possible to battle cancer and support those afflicted by it.
After my mother passed, I carried her memory quietly for many years. Decades later, I returned to Evanston Hospital and was surprised to find her oncologist, Dr. Janardan Khandekar, still practicing. Even more surprising was that he remembered both of us.
That moment brought everything back and led me to honor her in a way I had long considered. A plaque now hangs at the hospital with a lyric from the Helen Reddy song that meant so much to us during her treatment.
It was a meaningful way to give back and remember the people who stood with us.
White Lake Consulting is proud to support worthwhile organizations. A predetermined portion of every dollar of revenue is set aside in a special “WLC Charities” account and then distributed to worthy causes.
In keeping with these themes, regular contributions are carried out by a recognized organization. Thank you to the clients who help White Lake Consulting make a difference in the world!
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