Red Wagon

Interviewer’s Note James “Mike” Aaron is a kind-hearted realist. As a former journalist, he committed himself to uplifting the perspectives of marginalized communities in Maryland, advocating for different people in society to treat each other as equals. When I talked with Mike about creating his own written legacy, I learned that he is unafraid to…

Interviewer’s Note: This remarkable woman possesses a calm wisdom that comes from decades of adapting to life’s challenges with grace. She has a real clarity of thought and practicality. It’s unique the way she assesses situations, determines what can and cannot be changed, and finds her way forward with resilience and dignity. Throughout our conversation,…

Legacy Letter of Paul Chvala Interviewer’s Note:  I’ve gotten to know Paul over the past couple of years, as his daughter and late wife are friends of mine. Most recently, I’ve spent time with him while on our service. He is always kind, soft spoken, and eager to have conversations–something he says he wasn’t always…

Patient: Anonymous (*All names are pseudonyms) Residence: A Hospice Facility in Missouri Volunteer’s Note Marcus is one of those rare people who can turn an ordinary room into a place of warmth just by being in it. When I first met him at his room inside the hospice facility, he was listening to blues music…

Dear my beloved family and friends, I wanted to take some time to share with you the things that have been most important to me in my life. One of my fondest memories is being adopted by Alfred Holt, whom I remember with deep love and gratitude. I grew up with cerebral palsy, which shaped…