Goodness in the Midst of a Food Fight: A Lesson from My Past

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my past, a tale that taught me a profound lesson about goodness. It’s a story that, believe it or not, centers around a food fight. Yes, you read that right. A food fight. But stick with me, there’s more to it than meets the eye.

The Unforgettable Food Fight

It was a sunny afternoon, many moons ago, when I found myself in the middle of a food fight. It wasn’t a planned event, mind you. It was one of those spontaneous eruptions of youthful exuberance that can turn a quiet lunchroom into a battlefield of flying mashed potatoes and airborne apple cores.

As the chaos unfolded around me, I spotted a young lad, let’s call him Tommy, sitting alone at a corner table. Tommy was a quiet, introverted boy who usually kept to himself. He was the last person you’d expect to see in the middle of a food fight. Yet, there he was, ducking and dodging the culinary missiles like a seasoned pro.

The Act of Goodness

Just when I thought the situation couldn’t get any more chaotic, I saw something that stopped me in my tracks. Amidst the food fight, Tommy did something remarkable. He saw a younger student, a first-grader who was clearly terrified by the pandemonium. Tommy stood up, shielded the young boy with his own body, and guided him safely out of the lunchroom.

It was a simple act, but it spoke volumes about Tommy’s character. Amidst the chaos, he chose to protect someone weaker than himself. He chose goodness.

The Lesson Learned

That day, I learned a valuable lesson about goodness. Goodness isn’t about grand gestures or heroic deeds. It’s about the small, everyday choices we make. It’s about standing up for those who can’t stand up for themselves. It’s about choosing to do the right thing, even when no one is watching.

So, my dear friends, let’s strive to be like Tommy. Let’s choose goodness, every day, in every situation. Because in the end, it’s these small acts of goodness that make the biggest difference.

Until next time, remember: Life is a journey, not a destination. Keep learning, keep growing, and keep striving to be the best version of yourself.

Yours in wisdom,

Kev