My name is Walton

I am over 50 years old. I am precious.
The lady who made me named me after the hospital where she was recovering from major surgery on her spine.
She was very young to have such surgery. And very brave, as she was forced to leave her six young children in the care of others during her hospitalisation and recovery.
I am a reminder of challenging times.
I stay near her now, as she cries when I am lost.