If you haven’t seen this video, originally aired on CBS Evening News and making its way through social media, take a look. I defy you not to have a lump in your throat. It’s about how an eight-year-old boy paid it forward.
I can only guess Mile’s motivation—to acknowledge his dad, honor the soldier, act on what his mother taught him. Who knows? But it shows me that money, besides buying us stuff, offers an intangible exchange of energy—emotional and long-lasting.
Beautiful story, and yes a tear jerker, but let’s not forget to thank and pay tribute to Mile’s mother who did such a fabulous job raising her boy to know the value of our military and the impact paying it forward can have. Thanks for sharing!
I wasn’t aware of that story. Thanks for posting.
Amazing boy and wonderful family.
I think the end tells it all…making a connection matters most.