Pennies from Heaven

Our grandson David William, named after both his grandfathers, has a very thoughtful and appreciative heart.

He is a good listener, sensitive and very considerate of others feelings. Davey (as we all affectionately call him) has always kept a keen eye out for opportunities to show his love and appreciation. Sometimes when we are coming home, he hands us notes that say somethings like: Had a great time, glad you were here; or I luv you Papi & Nana, included is a short story about his favorite animal or friend, and he writes them so well.

Last Friday, Andy gave our son Joe a ride from work, and Davey listening to the conversation kept going back and forth to his room. I thought he must be looking for something, then we sat to dinner. Afterward, I was tired and started acting silly, meanwhile Davey had slipped away. Next thing you know he is standing before Papi, and politely says:"I have something to tell you Papi", everyone hushes. He humbly hands Papi a penny and sweetly said: "Thank you for bringing my daddy home". Well we all sat there quiet are hearts filled with (let me take a breath) humbleness at the thought of this child's grateful and thankful gesture. At that moment, we were all so tired, we wanted to cry from sheer awesomeness.

It's those precious moments that stay with us, and show us how much a simple service is worth to A young son. A copper coin from small thankful hands, with a President-who with God's blessing and power-gave many freedom to serve with grateful hearts...

From Our 'Humbled' Front Porch to yours...Andy & Ana