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Why Child Neurology (a 55-word story)

His bright blue eyes light up when we enter the room. At first glance, no one could tell, but as soon as the doctor picks him up, he flops over like a wilted flower. “He needs to see a child neurologist,” says the doctor. “We don’t have any back home,” replies Mom, her desperation palpable.

Marthena Phan
Miami, Florida

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