RILEY
The transfer from Bayview General to the private medical care center went smoothly.
As we drove into the valley, Domi stared out the window with a look of wonder.
“Mommy, look at all the trees!” he exclaimed as he peered out at the forest. “And all the birds! There’s a red one, see it, Mommy?”
A genuine smile appeared on my face at his excitement.
I held his little hand in mine, stroking the peach-soft skin with my thumb.
“I see it, honey. I bet we’re going to see all kinds of pretty birds.”
“And other animals?” Domi asked hopefully, his eyes widening.
It was nice to see him so excited after days of being sick and exhausted. Signs of his illness were still there, but as his vibrant blue eyes met mine, he looked like the wonderful little boy I knew.
“Probably other animals to
