My Son’s Final Wish Was to Meet the Firefighters He Adored — When We Arrived, the Captain Pulled Me Aside and Said, “Ma’am, There’s Something I Have to Tell You”

nurses keep asking if I’m okay. The doctor keeps calling. A social worker introduced herself before we left.”

“And your son just finished a year of cancer treatment.”

“I know.”

He looked toward Colby.

“Maybe people are being kind because you’ve both had a terrible year.”

I stared down at the phone.

“I lost my husband with no warning. Ever since then, I hate continue reading …