There are special difficulties in serving in the military, and having a child in the armed forces may be both a source of pride and anxiety, especially for their safety and welfare. Every chance to spend time with them is therefore treasured!
Given that her son, Gavin, is presently enrolled in basic training in the US Army, Heather Almond is well acquainted with this emotion. Heather seized the opportunity to stay with him for a weekend and made the trip to Fort Benning, Georgia.
She brought Gavin to a nearby sushi restaurant for lunch while they were there. But Heather was taken aback by a touching surprise when it came time to pay the bill. Later on, she posted about her experience on Facebook:
My mother, daughter, and I went to Fort Benning last weekend to see my son, who was on leave from basic training. We went to a Japanese restaurant because he likes sushi. The waitress told us that the individuals at the next table had already paid our bill, which was about $100, and she wanted to praise our kid for his service. They had already departed by the time I understood what had happened, but I was still able to get a photo of Gavin with one of the nice people in the backdrop.
I’m not sure who they were, but we greatly appreciated their contribution. We’re committed to finding a way to give back.
Seeing those nice strangers appreciate Gavin’s service while he was spending valuable time with his family warmed my heart. A particular place in our hearts will always be reserved for this event!
Heather’s tale demonstrates the significant influence of random deeds of kindness, particularly for military personnel. Have you ever supported a military member or witnessed a comparable act of selflessness? Please share your stories in the comments section!
