After school, the boys and I went to GameStop. The associate who helped us was, well, very helpful. He helped us find the closest GameStop that carried what the boys wanted, and explained how to get there, telling us it was next to Starbucks. I told him that’s perfect, because now I could get a Starbucks! To which he joked, “Hey, while you’re there, pick me up a Green Tea Lemonade!” We headed out. As we were driving, Andy revisited this whole thing– expressing to DJ and I that the associate was so nice–maybe we should get him that Starbucks. This was a defining moment. First of all, the associate was kidding. Second, those large Starbucks concoctions are expensive. Third, it would mean driving across town and driving back across town, passing our house, literally, just to make a delivery. And fourth, even if we DID take this associate up on his joking request, there’s no way people, these days, would take a beverage from complete strangers. Well, we ignored all logic and did it anyway. I asked Andy if we wanted me to take the Starbucks in to the associate. He said, “I got it, mom.” (see pic). When he got back in the car, DJ said, “Andy, do you have a tingly feeling in your belly?” Andy said, “Yep.” DJ said, “That’s how you know you did the right thing.” What did I learn? Kindness doesn’t always need brainy logic. Just a good heart.
Awesome testament to the parents you and Raul are. Us adults should take note and pay it forward!
Awesome testament to the parents you and Raul are. Us adults should take note and pay it forward!
This was very nice!!!
Prov 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go,
And when he is old he will not depart from it.
This was very nice!!!
Prov 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go,
And when he is old he will not depart from it.
You and Raul are great roll models for your “wondboyful” boys. What a tingly thing to do for a complete stranger. They will reap rewards every time they go back to that store not to mention God’s rewards…
You and Raul are great roll models for your “wondboyful” boys. What a tingly thing to do for a complete stranger. They will reap rewards every time they go back to that store not to mention God’s rewards…
We could all take a lesson from your boys Heather. Very insightful and beautiful hearts.♥♥♥
Thanks for sharing.
We could all take a lesson from your boys Heather. Very insightful and beautiful hearts.♥♥♥
Thanks for sharing.
I know exactly how proud you are right now. I know that because of parents like you and Raul there will be many more of theses amazing moments when your children do something so amazing that you will loose your breath!!! I know because my son has done it to me. Enjoy those moments and hold them close to your heart forever!
I know exactly how proud you are right now. I know that because of parents like you and Raul there will be many more of theses amazing moments when your children do something so amazing that you will loose your breath!!! I know because my son has done it to me. Enjoy those moments and hold them close to your heart forever!
Very sweet!! #tinglyfeeling ❤
Very sweet!! #tinglyfeeling ❤
this is seriously the best thing I have read all day.
this is seriously the best thing I have read all day.
Great stuff – love their big hearts and your willingness to honor their wish to make it happen. The picture is a keeper!
Great stuff – love their big hearts and your willingness to honor their wish to make it happen. The picture is a keeper!
Amen !!! Very good Heather…..
Amen !!! Very good Heather…..
Way to go Andy and DJ!
Way to go Andy and DJ!
LOVE this, Heather!! It’s priceless and will never be forgotten!
(by your boys or guy who helped you!) <3
LOVE this, Heather!! It’s priceless and will never be forgotten!
(by your boys or guy who helped you!) <3
I think we need more stories like this one ! God Bless the parents for instilling a think of others attitude in these boys. It s a lesson that will stay with them and help create more great adults in our world.
I think we need more stories like this one ! God Bless the parents for instilling a think of others attitude in these boys. It s a lesson that will stay with them and help create more great adults in our world.
Very cool. So glad I read this. So glad you listened to your son’s (and God’s) voice. I needed that reminder.
Very cool. So glad I read this. So glad you listened to your son’s (and God’s) voice. I needed that reminder.
Thank you so much for taking the time to not just drive by, but leave a comment. These comments will encourage my kids. Thank you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to not just drive by, but leave a comment. These comments will encourage my kids. Thank you!