One morning, four-year-old Sophie discovered an unusual sight: her mother, still in deep slumber. It perplexed her since her mother typically rose before her. Attempting to rouse her brought no response. As time passed, Sophie’s concern grew. A sense of foreboding prompted her to dial the only number she knew—911. “911, what’s your emergency?” Innocent yet resolute, Sophie articulated her worry about her sleeping mother. The emergency responder, touched by the little girl’s distress, assured Sophie that help was on the way. This unexpected call from a tiny voice initiated a swift response, unraveling a chain of events that would address the mysterious stillness in Sophie’s home.
