Pasan Nanayakkara
As the excitement of a football game fills the air, the energy of the crowd is palpable. Fans are cheering, vendors are selling hot dogs and beer, and the marching band is playing their hearts out. But amidst all of the hustle and bustle, one small act of kindness stood out at a recent Florida State University football game.
Britney Howard was in attendance at the game on November 13th in Tallahassee and noticed a young girl who was struggling to walk up the stairs to her seat. The girl, along with her mother, was trying to navigate the steep steps to their nosebleed seats and was having a hard time. That’s when Deputy C. Hall stepped in to help. Without hesitation, he asked the girl and her mother if they would be okay with him carrying her up the 30 rows to her seat. And without a second thought, he picked her up and carried her to her seat.
Howard was so touched by this act of kindness that she took a picture of the scene and posted it on Facebook with the caption, “This young girl that has difficulty walking was struggling to get up the steps to her seat so he asked her and her mother if they would be okay with him carrying her.” The image quickly went viral and has been shared thousands of times, spreading a message of positivity and compassion.
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The Leon County Sheriff’s Office also shared Howard’s picture and praised Hall for his actions, stating, “Thank you Deputy Hall for your kindness. We need to see more examples of this every day.”
This simple act of kindness by Deputy Hall is a reminder that even in the midst of a crowded and chaotic atmosphere, a little compassion can go a long way. It also highlights the importance of being aware of those around us who may need a helping hand. Deputy Hall’s actions are a shining example of what it means to be a good and caring person, and his actions should be celebrated and emulated by others.
In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in the negativity and chaos that surrounds us, but moments like these remind us that there is still good in the world. It’s important to take a step back and appreciate the small things, like a kind gesture from a stranger, that can make someone’s day a little brighter.
So, let’s all take a cue from Deputy Hall and be more aware of those around us who may need a helping hand. Whether it’s carrying a young girl up the stairs to her seat or simply holding the door open for someone, every small act of kindness counts and can make a big impact on someone’s life.
