**Smile** from a Stranger Turns a Life Around: Ken Wilcox’s Journey of Hope
Washington, D.C. – In 1993, Ken Wilcox found himself in a dark place, feeling overwhelmed by the challenges in his life. Working under a demanding boss and witnessing the devastating effects of AIDS on his friends, Wilcox struggled to find a sense of purpose. Walking down a cold, desolate street one January morning, he contemplated a drastic decision that would end his pain. As he stood at the edge of despair, a chance encounter with …