She’s Somebody’s Hero
Ever want to be famous?
I’ve visited with thousands of children in my personal and professional years. Just ask young children what they want to be when they grow up and you’ll hear things like a movie star, a princess, a football or basketball player or the President.
I have my theory that children think being famous is the most desirable thing of all. It’s the “heroes” of the world that children fanaticize about when they are young.
So who are the real heroes of the world anyway?
The song, She’s Somebody’s Hero, says it all. It tells of a woman who has never been a star, has never saved a life, never been famous. She works hard to raise her children, love them, and help them make a place in the world for themselves.
The story continues that those children become adults and they model that same behavior for their children. The cycle continues when the woman, now with an elderly mother (her hero) in a nursing home, goes in and takes care of her mother each day…combing her hair, visiting with her, etc.
Now THAT’S a hero!
This world needs lots of heroes.
There’s nothing that brings my sense of pride in the USA more than our soldiers and the sacrifices they and their families make.
Then there are the firefighters, nurses, doctors, law enforcement officers, etc. I could go on and on.
I submit to you, however, that there are many unsung heroes among us. They are the ones that are quietly shaping the world by their faithfulness in raising their own children or being a model for those they come in contact with. They advocate and protect. They raise children to become responsible citizens as they teach young minds to be respectful and considerate of others.
Yes, there is no job more important than this.
I have many friends and acquaintances that have made it their sole job to raise their children. In cases where the woman stayed at home as her spouse went out to make a living, it has been wonderful to watch. I even have several men friends who stay home with the children while their wife makes the money in the family. In their cases, they are some of the best parents I have ever seen and I’m proud to say I know them. They are real heroes.
Then there are the single parents who try to balance both jobs. A near impossible task at times, but there are MANY out there giving it their best shot.
I was one of those for most of my son’s life. I can tell you it was a challenge at times to balance all that but it can be done. I never considered myself a hero, though.
I’m not sure these kinds of heroes really are looking for that kind of recognition.
I never would have made it if not for the people who became my heroes by providing role models for my son.
Thanks to all of them. They know exactly who they are.
My wish for you today is that you are a hero to someone in your lifetime and that you take that role seriously. If you’re a parent, the opportunity naturally presents itself. Be a good one if you are. If you’re not a parent, I hope you support those who are by becoming a mentor, a big brother or sister, or are just a natural support to others in your path. There are so many opportunities out there to make a quiet, but effective difference.
Be somebody’s hero today.
~Joellen