Act of kindness will be repeated
On Monday morning, I stepped off my COTA bus on N. High Street and began to cross Spring Street to begin the work week. Pedestrians at that intersection stay on high alert because of the number of cars that speedily turn right onto Spring Street from High Street without noticing those who are legally walking in the intersection.
On this particular morning, however, a gentleman paused his vehicle to allow me to cross the street even though he could have easily completed his turn before I even entered that half of the intersection. Instead, he patiently waited and I quickened my pace into a little trot to show my appreciation. He tapped gently on his horn and, when I looked up, he smiled and waved his hand to indicate, “No rush – it’s all good!”
His thoughtful action warmed me and started my week on a positive and cheerful note. I was reminded once again of the power of a considerate deed; his simple but kind gesture made me want to make someone else’s day a bit brighter, too. So, thank you, sir, whoever you are. I promise to pay forward your kindness.
Susan Willeke Westerville income eligibility and available services.
The program helps pay medical costs not covered by insurance for 40,000 Ohio children, including my son, who has cerebral palsy. Medicaid pays for only 20 physical therapy sessions per year, and the Children with Medical Handicaps program fills the gap by paying for weekly sessions for the rest of the year. These sessions allow him to stay mobile and hopefully keep him from being wheelchair-bound as an adult.
But for me, this goes way beyond just what my son needs. Kids on CMH have cystic fibrosis, bleeding disorders, rare brain disease, juvenile diabetes. These kids need multiple weekly or even daily therapy sessions, complicated surgeries, countless medications, medical equipment, the list goes on.
These are working families, many of whom already pay for insurance that simply won’t cover their children’s high medical costs. Our legislators must keep CMH intact to support these vulnerable kids — their lives depend on it.
Amy Hurst Columbus