First Witness To An Act of Kindness

During the past several months, I have written blog posts regarding the importance of taking time to help others succeed and lending a hand to those who need assistance. I've often written about the importance of how taking time to help others is meaningful to others and can build trust and lasting relationships. Last night, I was able to witness a very generous act of kindness that meant a lot to a young boy and his family.

When walking into Solon, Ohio's Stewart Field to take pictures of the Solon vs. Massillon Jackson lacrosse game, I noticed all off the players, coaches and parents wearing t-shirts promoting "Vincestrong." I wasn't 100% sure what exactly "Vincestrong" was until one of the parents came up to me and asked that I take pictures of the captains going out for the coin toss. The parent informed me that "Vincestrong" was created to help a local boy who was diagnosed with leukemia and raise money for his foundation. On this very night, this boy was not only getting an opportunity to go out for the coin toss before the game but the entire Solon lacrosse family dedicated the entire night to him and his family.

In addition to dedicating the night to this boy, the parents sold "Vincestrong" t-shirts and wrist bands with the proceeds benefiting the foundation. As the game went on, I saw lots of students in attendance and parents make their way to the press box to pick up a t-shirt and donate to the cause. During halftime, I couldn't help but walk up to the press box to pick up a t-shirt to help this local boy as well.

As the night went on, I could tell how meaningful this act of kindness from the Solon lacrosse parents and players was to the boy and his family. These parents and players didn't have to do this at all but they all decided that lending a hand would be meaningful and helpful to someone in need. As a result, they garnered the trust, support and appreciation from this boy and his family for a long time.

By taking time to help others in need, you might not realize it at first but your assistance can mean a lot to someone in the end. If you have the chance to lend a hand to help, do so and you will not only assist someone but could create a lasting relationship.