Daniel Nickerson was diagnosed eight months ago with an inoperable brain tumor . The large amount of mail -- which his aunt said was at least 100,000 letters and 8,000 boxes from all over the world -- has `` been a blessing '' and gives Daniel something to look forward to each day , she said . A social media push brought 100,000 letters to Daniel 's mailbox . The cancer is in his brain, and he has a long road ahead of him, but the support from strangers who sent cards and messages helped keep Daniel's spirits up during this difficult time. The New England Patriots give Daniel a special sixth birthday honor .
Daniel Nickerson was diagnosed eight months ago with an inoperable brain tumor . A social media push brought 100,000 letters to Daniel 's mailbox . The cancer is in his brain, and he has a long road ahead of him, but the support from strangers who sent cards and messages helped keep Daniel's spirits up during this difficult time. The New England Patriots give Daniel a special sixth birthday honor .