Monica Moon was robbed, shot twice in the head and left for dead some 20 years ago. In the time since that life-altering experience, she has undergone intensive therapy to learn how to talk, walk, read and write again. This year marks a milestone for children around the world. Cathryn Hilker never ceases to be amazed by cheetahs. Approximately three children a day die from abuse in the home, most of them younger than 5 years old.
Today is the National Day of Hope, a day set aside to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect.