Monica, my nurse, was very kind to me. She explained all the procedures they had planned for me and always rooted for me. There were many times when I felt like my diagnosis was hard and unbearable. Monica allowed me to cry and comforted me.

When she would come by my room and laugh with me, I explained I felt alive with laughs. It gave me purpose and strength when dealing with two knee amputations. Not all nurses are the same, but Monica has that spark that I hope every patient can feel.

The way she was so attentive healed something inside of me. I wish I had her always.