The Star Pen and the Girl

W is a big 12-year-old girl who usually enjoys listening to pop music. She is lively and full of curiosity.

That day, Tuo Tuo was interacting with a one-year-old little boy, holding a glowing “star pen” that brought a bit of sparkling, magical atmosphere to the scene. W was captivated by the twinkling light. Her eyes shone brightly, as if she too had fallen into that little world of magic.

Unable to resist, she walked up and borrowed the star pen from Tuo Tuo. The moment she held it in her hand, it felt as though she had also grasped a dreamlike imagination. She adored it, looking like a child whose wish had just come true. As the performance drew to a close, Tuo Tuo walked toward W, preparing to take the star pen back. Unexpectedly, W hesitated and was somewhat unwilling to return it, even quietly asking, “Can you give it to me?”

Tuo Tuo told her: I can bring you another one next time, or tell your mom where to buy one. But I want to keep this pen because it has been a prop since a long time ago. It has accompanied me through many performances and holds many memories.

After hearing this, W remained silent for a long time, then slowly handed the star pen back to Tuo Tuo. She then said that she understood how meaningful this pen was. She hoped that we would take the star pen with us and continue accompanying more children as they experienced moments of happiness and healing.

We agreed ☺️

And W will carry this this memory with her and watch over us from the sky. The strength she gave to Dr. Red Nose and her blessings for the other children will continue throughout the hospital corridors and wards, carried on with laughter and singing ❤️

Thank you, W.