A Loyal Customer

Dear Buddy,

I have never met someone who gives away his love so freely.

You really, really are a Love, and you make a difference in so many people's lives.

Let's talk about your "girlfriends", for instance, at Big Y. You know, Debbie who gives you a piece of cheese at the deli? And Nancy, who rings up our groceries, and Mary, who bags our groceries?

They love you to pieces and it's easy to see why.

When Mary asked you the other day if you wanted her to walk you out to our car, you said yes, so she picked you up out of the grocery cart, and you wrapped your little arms around her neck, gave her the hugest hug, and just held on.

Everyone could see you had made Mary's day. As we walked towards the door, she announced to the other cashiers as she walked by: "Excuse me, I have to escort this loyal customer to his car."

Buddy, you didn't let your head leave her shoulder until we reached the car, and even then, you lifted your head just so that you could give her a kiss. As she handed you back to me, she told me how her son was going into the National Guard just that very next day, and how you had made her feel better.

I want to cry again just typing that.

Buddy, how did you know that she needed that love? You have this sixth sense when it comes to these things. You make me so proud to be your mama.

Never stop handing out love to everyone you meet. You are so special, my son.

Love you always,
Mama