Not too long ago in Heaven there was a little soul who
took wonder in observing the world. He especially enjoyed the
love he saw there and often expressed this joy with God. One
day however the little soul was sad, for on this day he saw
suffering in the world. He approached God and sadly asked,
"Why do bad things happen; why is there suffering in the world?"
God paused for a moment and replied, "Little soul, do not be sad,
for the suffering you see, unlocks the love in people's hearts."
The little soul was confused. "What do you mean," he asked. God
replied, "Have you not noticed the goodness and love that is the
offspring of that suffering? Look at how people come together,
drop their differences and show their love and compassion for
those who suffer. All their other motivations disappear and
they become motivated by love alone." The little soul began to
understand and listened attentively as God continued, "The
suffering soul unlocks the love in people's hearts much like the
sun and the rain unlock the flower within the seed. I created
everyone with endless love in their heart, but unfortunately
most people keep it locked up and hardly share it with anyone.
They are afraid to let their love shine freely, because they are
afraid of being hurt. But a suffering soul unlocks that love. I
tell you this - it is the greatest miracle of all. Many souls have
bravely chosen to go into the world and suffer - to unlock this
love - to create this miracle for the good of all humanity."
Just then the little soul got a wonderful idea and could
hardly contain himself. With his wings fluttering, bouncing up
and down, the little soul excitedly replied. "I am brave; let me
go! I would like to go into the world and suffer so that I can
unlock the goodness and love in people's hearts! I want to
create that miracle!" God smiled and said, "You are a brave soul I
know, and thus I will grant your request. But even though you
are very brave you will not be able to do this alone. I have
known since the beginning of time that you would ask for this
and so I have carefully selected many souls to care for you on
your journey. Those souls will help you create your miracle;
however they will also share in your suffering. Two of these
souls are most special and will care for you, help you and
suffer along with you, far beyond the others. They have already
chosen a name for you". God and the brave soul shared a smile,
and then embraced.
In parting, God said, "Do not forget little soul that I
will be with you always. Although you have agreed to bear the
pain, you will do so through my strength. And if the time should
come when you feel that you have suffered enough, just say the
word, think the thought, and you will be healed." Thus at that
moment the brave little soul was born into the world, and
through his suffering and God's strength, he unlocked the
goodness and love in people's hearts. For so many people
dropped their differences and came together to show their love.
Priorities became properly aligned. People gave from their
hearts. Those that were always too busy found time. Many began
new spiritual journeys, some regained lost faith - many came
back to God. Parents hugged their children tighter. Friends and
family grew closer. Old friends got together and new
friendships were made. Distant family reunited, and every family
spent more time together. Everyone prayed. Peace and love
reigned. Lives changed forever. It was good. The world was a
better place. The miracle had happened. God was pleased.

On June 24th, 2010, Jamar and Dunia Ransome
were blessed with an 8lb 14oz beautiful little
angel that they named Jair Khayree Ransome.
Jair was affectionately known as “Muffin”,
but according to his papa he was his little turkey.
Everyone knows he shared a special love with his
grandma Nadia whom he referred to as mama, he
was her heart.
Jair was a natural born singer and dancer.
His favorite songs were Superbass and It Will
Rain. At the sound of these songs he would drop
what he was doing to dance and sing along. Jair
enjoyed counting with Elmo, his ABC’s with
Barney, and singing along with Yo Gabba Gabba
especially Brobie. Jair had an uplifting
personality and enjoyed being the center of
attention especially when displaying his “mean
face” which would make everybody laugh. He was a
smart baby, you could ask him how old he was and
his favorite colors and he’ll tell you he was 1
and his favorite color was “Bue” and “Geen”. Jair
was not only talented, smart and uplifting but he
had manners to. He would tell you thanks if you
gave him something and “pees” when he asked for
anything.
In September of 2011 Jair was diagnosed with
stage 4 of Rhabdomyosrcoma Cancer. Despite the
treatment Jair still was not afraid of anything.
The doctors failed to realize the first three
letters in Cancer is “CAN”. He taught himself to
walk again, dance again, and through it all
showed himself a true hero, an angel sent from
above. After bringing unity, joy and happiness to
others his mission was complete as God called his
angel home.
His love was God sent and will forever live
on in our hearts. He peacefully passed in the
arms of family as his eyes met Gods. Jair touched
many lives through his warm smiles, dimples,
laugh, and pure love.
Our Muffin’s love and memory will be
cherished through his parents, Jamar and Dunia
Ransome; grandparents, Spencer, Crystal and
Nadia; great aunts, Delyla, Michelle, and Sharon;
great uncles, Edward, and Donald; aunts, Corey, Janaha,
Nora, Yusra, Iman, Hajar, Ghia, and Mieko; uncles,
Mohsen, Jermaine, Patrick, and Yassine and a host
of cousins and friends that loved him.