A Mama Moment …….with Johnson                                                                                March 6, 2013

Johnson’s girlfriend of one year had two strokes while cheerleading last Saturday.  He has faithfully been by her side at the hospital staying from after school until bedtime in an effort to be a support and encourager to her during what is a frightening time.  I purposely stay awake until he gets home because he is my talker and always comes in and chats with me for a little while before heading to bed.  I have been proud of him because he is young and yet, he has demonstrated genuine care and concern not only for Shelbi but also for her parents and grandparents.

Before my eyes this week, I see a strength of character and maturity which was not there previously.

Tonight, as I did my nightly texting with Shelbi’s Mama, she expressed to me her gratefulness for his care for her daughter.  It was humbling to hear her describe the different ways he had been kind to her daughter, to her and her husband and even to Shelbi’s grandparents. 

She said what every parents want to hear about their children…

“Lesa, Johnson has a great heart.”

~A Mama Moment….thank you God for every single one.