From left to right: Lynnelle Caudill (Davenport), Mike Forness (RMH), Lexi Lopez (winning essay writer), Adriana Lopez (Lexi's mom/Winner), Matt Jensen (Davenport)A few weeks leading up to Mother's Day we held a little competition for all our Facebook Fans. The goal was to write a short essay of why YOUR mom deserves to stay at the Davenport Hotel and whoever won would receive a free night's stay at The Davenport for their mom for Mother's Day.
We received a lot of essays that were all beautifully written and compelling, but we had to choose one winner. This particular one stood out because of all the circumstances surrounding the essay.
Lexi Lopez wrote in about her mom Adriana Lopez. Lexi, who is 10 years old from Moses Lake, was diagnosed with cancer in February. When Lexi and her family came to Spokane to receive a diagnosis, they stayed at the Davenport and loved it and decided that once Lexi was cancer free they were going to stay once again.
Once Lexi was diagnosed, they found out that she would have to stay in Spokane since Moses Lake was too far away. Lexi and her mom moved into the Ronald McDonald House and have been there since February.
Adriana, Lexi's little sister Ali and her Lexi's Dad Brian have all made huge sacrafices to be on "Team Alexis". As Adriana says, it's the family fighting cancer, not just Lexi.
We were so moved by how wonderful Lexi's letter was and what a great supportive family she has, we decided to present Adriana with her gift certificate for free nights stay in person...and some extra gifts for her.
Here is a link to the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQUUidZdSSs
Lynnelle Caudill and Matt Jensen presented Adriana with a beautiful bouquet from our Flower Shop, an overnight stay at the Davenport and a $50 dining credit to any of our restaurants. They also presented Lexi an overnight stay to use when she is feeling better. Lexi's sister, Ali, received a gift certificate to Mobius Kids to use when they are in town visiting Lexi.
They were so excited and so well deserved. What an incredible and strong family they are and we wish the best for them.
Here is a link to Lexi's CaringBridge Page so you can read more about her: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/alexisalaniz
Here is a link to the Ronald McDonald House in Spokane-a great resource and foundation for many families like Lexi's: www.rmhspokane.org
Thank you to everyone who participated. It was truly an honor to read all the amazing entries from all of you. Your moms ALL deserve a night at The Davenport!
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