I’m so grateful for those who have been able to help Cooper and Namju. I can’t imagine going through what they are dealing with. Here is a repost of the original message in case more of you would care to help. Every dollar counts!
Some friends of mine are dealing with tough times. Cooper and Namju, I pray for you daily, and I think of you so frequently.
This is from another oboe playing pal, Anne Krabill:
Cooper and Namju Wright live in Arizona where Cooper, a talented oboist, is finishing his doctoral degree at ASU. They have been married for seven years.
In October, 2012, during a visit to her family in Korea, Namju was diagnosed with breast cancer just a few days before Cooper was scheduled to play an important doctoral recital. Namju is still in Korea, having endured surgery and chemo, and then more surgery. Her doctors have advised a course of treatment which will require Namju to remain in Korea for at least another six months.
There is no convenient time for cancer to strike, but for this young couple the timing could not be worse. Namju has not been able to return to her job in Arizona, Cooper has been studying and teaching while his wife is in Korea and the separation has been extremely difficult for them.
Expenses have been mounting – medical bills, mortgage payments, student loans, and general living expenses. Cooper spent a couple of months in Korea immediately after Namju’s diagnosis, but had to return to Arizona in December. He will go back to Korea in May to be with Namju until October.
It is always difficult to ask for help but it is time for friends and family, and even those who have not met this lovely couple, to help in any way they can. No amount is too small or too large.
Any amount which you could contribute would be gratefully received.
Every amount counts, as it all adds up. If you can help, just click here. Thank you so much!
