Rachel sat with me in a waiting room decorated with bright paper kites.

I knew not to coach Lily or ask her to practice her account.

The specialist explained that Lily could take breaks and did not need to answer questions she did not understand.

I watched my daughter follow Ms.

Moreno down the hallway holding her stuffed rabbit by one ear.

She looked back once.

I smiled even though my chest felt tight.

“She’s very brave,” Rachel whispered.