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Taoiseach Micheál Martin has written to ‘Late Late Toy Show’ star Adam King to tell him that he is “an inspiration.”
9-year-old Adam from Co Cork captured the hearts of the nation when he appeared on television last month and spoke about his brittle bones, his virutal hugs and his ambition to work for NASA.
Mr. Martin thanked him for the “strength” he had shown to the country and referred to a speech he gave that same night.
“In my speech to the country … I thanked the children of Ireland for their strength and for the way they have all dealt with Covid,” Martin wrote.
“When I said it, I couldn’t have believed that a few hours later the country would see such a perfect example of that force on ‘The Late Late Toy Show.’
“Your virtual hug and your obvious kindness made the point better than ever.
“You are an inspiration Adam. Thank you very much for the strength you have given to all those who watch ”.
The Taoiseach told Adam to “continue to be yourself and your dreams of working with NASA will surely come true.”
He wished the boy a pleasant trip to the Irish Air Corps control center at Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel, adding: “They are a great team looking after me and keeping me safe every time I travel abroad.”
Mr. Martin also conveyed his appreciation to Adam’s siblings, classmates, and staff at Clonpriest National School in Gortroe, saying they were also “a great team.”
“I asked questions and they told me that everyone is an amazing community that works very hard to help each other.
“I’ll make sure Santa Claus gets a very good report through our diplomatic staff.”
Mr. Martin finished the letter, wishing Adam and his family a “beautiful Christmas … He certainly deserves it.”
The Adventures with a Difference Twitter @AdventuresWAD shared the letter. The account tweeted: “Many thanks to our Taoiseach @MichaelMartinTD for the beautiful letter he sent to Adam!
The kindest words and the highest of honors. The whole family was very proud and humbled to receive him. #virtualhug #adamsvirtualhug “.
The account also tweeted a poignant photograph of Adam reading the Taoiseach mark on the envelope and opening the letter.
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