Annie was first off the ship where she was greeted by various officials in recognition of her being the first person processed in the new centre on Ellis Island. Statues commemorating Annie now stand in Cobh and Ellis Island. 🇮🇪

Annie was first off the ship where she was greeted by various officials in recognition of her being the first person processed in the new centre on Ellis Island. Statues commemorating Annie now stand in Cobh and Ellis Island. 🇮🇪

That’s the spirit no room for militias or kings, just people who stand for freedom and equality. 💪🇺🇸

That’s the spirit no room for militias or kings, just people who stand for freedom and equality. 💪🇺🇸

Exactly. You can’t claim to be a peacemaker abroad when you’re sowing chaos at home. Charity begins at home, Mr. Deal Maker.

Two survivors.

Two souls who refused to give up.

A reminder that even in our darkest moments, hope has wings.

During months of grueling treatment, he drew strength from Freedom’s story. She had fought impossible odds and survived.

When Jeff finally beat cancer, the very next day he went to see her. On that cold, misty morning, Freedom spread her wings and gently wrapped them around him as if she understood

Freedom became an educational bird, often perched on Jeff’s arm, inspiring others with her quiet dignity. Over time, they formed a bond built on patience, trust, and shared resilience.

Then, in 2000, Jeff’s life took a dark turn he was diagnosed with stage three cancer.

He cared for her every day feeding her, sitting beside her, talking softly, and encouraging her to hold on. After weeks of struggle, Freedom finally stood on her own. She would never fly again, but she was alive a living symbol of strength.