The man behind the costume is Lenny Robinson, 48, a tall, muscular father of three adult children.

For the last 11 years, the wealthy former businessman has dedicated himself to these visits, bringing gifts and a bit of fun to the young hospital patients.

This day, Batman approached 6-year-old Farrah, whose legs were supported by metal braces.

“Farrah, do me a favor,” Batman said, leaning towards the shy little girl, before whispering in her ear.

“I never ask kids how they are,” Robinson later explained to AFP.

“I say hi, it’s nice to meet you, and I give them a present,” he said.

Then he tells them to “do Batman a favor: get better. That will make me very happy.”

Robinson took up the Batman mantle at the inspiration of his son, who, he said, was “obsessed by Batman.”

Robinson inherited the obsession, and then transformed it, ultimately organizing his efforts into a charity:

http://www.superheroesforkids.org

Original Story @ Yahoo