Last spring, my fearless daughter Maren, always racing outdoors, chased a ball into the street and was hit by a car. The hospital days were grueling, with a long rehab ahead, but Maren’s spirit shone. In her wheelchair, she zoomed through our home, laughing, refusing to be defeated. Despite tough days, she stayed resilient, joking with therapists and inspiring others. At school, she led by example, launching a project for kids with disabilities,
organizing adaptive game nights, and speaking at a youth conference. Her strength earned her a scholarship from a foundation, easing our medical bills. Maren’s accident could’ve defined her, but instead, she transformed it into a mission to uplift others, teaching me that hardship can lead to hope and kindness can change lives.
