That evening, we researched hair donation programs.
Eventually, I contacted an organization that worked with professional wigmakers.
They explained the required length, the donation process, and how Noah’s hair could be used alongside other matching donations to create a custom wig for Grace.
When I explained how long the process would take, Noah groaned.
“That’s practically forever.”
I smiled.
“You don’t have to do this.”
He shrugged.
“I know.”
“Nobody expects you to.”
He finally looked at me.
“But she’s my best friend, Mom.”
Then he added softly:
“If I can’t make her better, maybe I can help her feel a little better.”
I had no answer to that.
The next morning, Noah asked me to buy him a proper hairbrush.
And just like that, his little mission began.
Part 3 — Months of Teasing and One Unforgettable Gift
Growing out his hair turned out to be harder than Noah expected.
