News & Kind Words
happy faces only in the world at large
I am humbled by the kind words others have shared about happy faces only…
“Although I was absolutely heartbroken as I read, at the same time I felt absolutely uplifted and in awe of the strength and courage you all have…But despite the utter sadness of losing your sweet, precious Haley, your story beautifully illustrates that one does not need to live 80 or 90 years to make an immense impact on this world and on those around them.”
— Ann-Marie Sande, Registered Nurse
“Happy Faces Only is a story of incredible strength, vulnerability, hope, loss, grief, kindness, and love. Karen shares her experiences of loving and losing a child in this powerful narrative. This story invites readers into a world that many are afraid of – talking about illness and the death of a child. Haley's life and legacy live on in those who knew her and in those who have the honor of learning about her life in this book.”
— Tanya Heuver, RN, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Nursing, MacEwan University
“Happy Faces Only is the story about Haley Klak’s life, told gently by her mom. This is not a sad book. Haley lived her life fully, guided by kindness and joy. She leaps off the pages of this book and is sure to make a deep impression on the readers’ hearts.”
— Sue Robins, author, Bird’s Eye View: Stories of a Life Lived in Health Care
“This thoughtfully written book highlights, through Karen’s heartfelt and memorable storytelling, the impact of kindness, respect, dignity, humility and trust – the very foundations upon which robust healthcare relationships rest. Karen draws the reader into her daughter Haley’s life, and we are privileged to be invited to share in her journey. Throughout the challenges and ups and downs they face, Haley positively shines with her attitude of optimism, and seeing the best in the people caring for her and her family.”
— Professor Catherine Crock AM, Faculty of Health Deakin University, Chair Hush Foundation
Hush Foundation
A short video on what matters most to me in health care - specifically pediatric palliative care. Shared by the Hush Foundation out of Melbourne, Australia during Patient Experience Week 2021.
Gathering of Kindness
Author-to-author interview with Canadian author Sue Robins at the Gathering of Kindness out of Melbourne, Australia (November 2020).