Jahi

Nailah Winkfield is a mother who is grieving for her child, Jahi McMath. And no matter what opinion I or you have regarding the way Children’s Hospital Oakland, the press, or the family has behaved during this tragedy, one thing remains true: Nailah Winkfield’s life will never be the same.

Grief.

I know that it is impossible for me to put myself in her shoes. To that end, I cannot empathize with her; however, all of us can feel sympathy. She is a mother who has lost the child she once knew. Moreover, she has been on the receiving end of some pretty cruel comments, which I’ll assume neither you nor I would want to hear or read if we were placed in this unfortunate circumstance.

Again, I will not post or argue about incompetent or competent attorneys, unethical or ethical behavior, etc. What I will say is that this mother has the right to go through the stages of grief: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. And if we can exercise a little compassion and grace, her life and ours, will see brighter days.

Children’s Hospital Oakland has not washed its hands regarding this matter, but it can now operate without the distraction, and care for children who continue to fight for their health and lives – away from the public eye.

Because Facebook is my place for only positive posts, I hope you find that this is written with that in mind.

Thanks.