“IN HONOR OF ABBY” BUTTERFLY BALL: ABBY’S PROMISE

“To honor Abby Soto, who wanted to help others, by financially assisting college-bound students; alleviating financial stress of families of pediatric cancer patients; and supporting head and neck cancer research.”

Life was celebrated with joy and tenderness at The Butterfly Ball held by Abby’s Promise  in memory of the fierce and beautiful spirit of Abby Soto.

I had the privilege and honor of being part of this year’s Ball and in partaking in the foundation’s mission,  “To honor Abby Soto”, who wanted to help others, by financially assisting college-bound students; alleviating financial stress of families of pediatric cancer patients; and supporting head and neck cancer research.

As a member of a socially conscious and progressive community and tribe, I am very proud to have experienced the work and the commitment of Patricia Bonilla, an event planner and foundation member — working to make Abby’s promise come to life. Abby’s spirit was there smiling, walking through and embracing loved ones and friends united for cancer pediatric patients.

Let me introduce you to Abby and who she was and what her spirit represented and represents today. Please take a moment, check the work being done with love, and grace through Abby’sPromise.Org. Their work is amazing, here is their touching tribute to Abby:

“Our precious Abby is resting in peace. She fought cancer for nearly 1.5 years with such grace and strength, promising herself to smile every day. She never complained and was optimistic even when she knew that God had other plans.

Many people don’t accomplish what she did in 18 years. She liked trying different things and she tried many different sports. She was always up for a challenge, and never allowed anyone to tell her she couldn’t do something. Abby was always independent and committed to her education. She loved writing and was so brilliant. She was very excited when she received college acceptances, four with full scholarships. ​

She was selfless, always thinking of others. Simply put, she was the perfect, purest soul, and she is already guiding us to make a difference. Abby will live forever in our hearts.

I am urging our community of writers and artists to get in touch with the foundation and to make donations for their programs of books and artwork. I was very touched by the beautiful activity table at the Ball for children to express their creativity.

Please support their amazing initiatives and Abby’s amazing spirit!