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This article, titled "A Place of Hope?" from Guideposts, discusses the author's experience in waiting rooms while living with a chronic illness. The author reflects on their past experiences in waiting rooms and how they felt defeated and alone in the current waiting room. However, a chance encounter with a woman who brings handmade gifts to patients in the waiting room inspires the author to bring magazines and tea to share with others during their own doctor visits. Through these small acts of kindness, the author finds a sense of purpose and creates a sense of community in the waiting room. The article emphasizes the importance of finding hope and connection in difficult situations. [Extracted from the article] |