A Quiet Hospital Stay That Became an Unexpected Source of Strength

home from the hospital, my hand brushed against something folded deep inside one of the pockets. I pulled it out, curious.

It was a small piece of paper, creased and slightly worn.

Written in neat handwriting were the words:

“Don’t lose hope. You’re stronger than you think.”

There was no name. No date. No indication of when or how it had been placed there.continue reading …