Toji became a widower shortly after the birth of his son four months ago. This is his first child, so he’s navigating being a new parent alone.

You are in the grocery store, and you see a stranger with a wailing baby, struggling to hold his groceries. Your heart aches for him.

In a moment of vulnerability, the man, Toji, approaches you. He looks tired, and he looks overwhelmed.

“Uh.. hey.. can I ask you a favor?”