Sanford Children's Hospital

Sam kept everyone around him upbeat. He helped other patients come out of their shells. He taught us all how to truly live. Sam slipped away peacefully.

Having endured surgeries, aggressive chemotherapy, radiation, countless pokes, several blood transfusions and the loss of her hair, Elsie has remained a trooper.

Sara is cancer-free, and has been named our 2016 Children’s Miracle Network South Dakota Champion. She brings joy to every room she walks in.

Jordyn Kate Olsen earned her angel wings at 11:30 a.m. on March 20, 2014.

Wesson fought so hard but earned his angel wings just one month after his first birthday.

When Ian and his mom drove past Woodlawn Cemetery, he turned to his mom and said, “I’m not going to have to go live there.” Quite a statement for a 4-year-old.

Amanda may be a little small for her age, but she exudes confidence and intelligence encompassed by a spirit much older than her age.

Katelyn was a beautiful 2 year old girl who had to fight everyday of her life. She earned her angel wings in September 2015. Her impact will never be forgotten.

The family has grown so much closer, and they have an appreciation for life, love and family that only others who have walked their journey can understand.

There's a nightly ritual that takes place in Providence, Rhode Island that I think the neighbors living around Sanford Children's hospital should consider doing.