That LEGO® set became a quiet anchor during the day. Something to return to between interruptions. Something that didn’t require bravery or toughness — just patience and curiosity. It gave my teen ownership over a small piece of time in a place where very little feels like it belongs to you.

The patient was in isolation, so we couldn’t go in. But he came to the door when he heard what we had.

I’ve learned that a hospital can be the loudest quiet place in the world. My son, Jonah, is seven. He’s always been our little whirlwind...

I’m spoiled. Mostly for the fact that I get to see first-hand - more than anyone  - the frontline impact of this mission. So, to bring...

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