I need to thank two children with special needs that restored my faith in humanity and made me fall in love with childhood all over again today. Seven year old Justin who could not communicate with anything but his heart, and nine year old Carlos, who had never met Justin, but instantly cared for him like a brother repeatedly foregoing his own good time to make sure Justin was okay, happy, and having fun. Seeing the two of them surf for the first time, dig for treasure, and share pizza could be one of the most rewarding days I've ever experienced. Thank you Todd and Lulu for inviting me, and thank you Justin and Carlos for being amazing children, and, more importantly, amazing humans.
Joey, volunteer