A few months ago, I parked next to a dark blue SUV in the parking lot of a local Walmart. The license plate caught my eye - CHOP RN. I was moved to write this person a heartfelt note of thanks, even though I had absolutely NO idea who owned the car, OR had never personally had a reason to visit CHoP for our own child. Yet, many of my personal friends have had to visit CHoP in emergency or urgent situations, and many of the results have been life-saving or miraculous. I placed my hand-written note on the windshield, and hoped that this person would read it and feel the gratitude of so many parents and children whose lives he or she has touched, simply by being a dedicated nurse at CHoP.
We just visited CHoP ourselves, for the first time ever. Our family was given excellent care from the welcome at the parking garage, all the way through the Cast Stage. Everyone we met was friendly, knowledgeable and shared a great sense of humor with us during a time that could have been quite stressful.
For Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and all of their wonderful doctors, nurses, and staff, I am Thankful.
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