Many children experience the quiet feeling of wanting to be part of something that seems just out of reach. It isn’t a lack of interest or ability—often it’s simply the result of circumstances that make certain moments feel slightly distant. A game happening nearby, a group of kids laughing together, or an activity they admire from afar can all stir a longing that shapes a child’s world in small but meaningful ways. For one young girl, that longing centered around basketball. She didn’t dream of trophies or competition; she simply wished to share in the excitement she saw unfolding just across the street. Continue reading…
