Superheroes and Real Life Heroes

Day 53.
Superheroes and Real Life Heroes

My nephew is young, full of energy and totally enamored with superheroes. According to my brother the favorite right now is Spiderman. Spidey's a good guy, right? I understand his fascination because I remember vividly the characters and stories that I loved as a child that helped to shape my attitudes, morals and values in ways that still resonate with me today. Although I have to admit that I know very little about Spiderman, my hope is that my nephew takes away some positive lessons through following his stories and that Spiderman might whip a little positive message right along with his web. I want to be able to give him a gift that ties in with the superhero he is so into right now, but also one that is made in the USA. I think I've got it...

 



 

I'm glad that my nephew is able to enjoy the fantasy and whimsy of the superhero characters, but I also hope that he is absorbing a little bit about what makes for a real life hero. My brother is a police officer who serves and protects the community. Every time I see anything related to law enforcement I think of him and appreciate what he does. In the aftermath of the destruction of Hurricane Sandy we recently saw how police officers, firefighters and EMTs are some of the real life heroes who I hope my nephew will respect and admire as well. I'd like thank all those who came to the aid of people in need during a time that was (and in many ways still is) so difficult for so many. I'd also like to take a moment to say thank you to the men and women serving in our nation's armed forces. This time of year we have so many members of our military who cannot be with their families because they are deployed or otherwise serving our country away from home. They too are real life heroes and someday my nephew will know and understand what that really means. While I'm sure it is difficult to be away any time of the year, at the holidays I'm certain that feeling is magnified. So for any of our military personnel or their families who might happen upon this message, I just want to say thank you so much for all your service. My thoughts and prayers are with you for a merry Christmas, happy holidays and a safe return home to your loved ones. You are truly heroes and, again, I thank you.