10/19/2025
"9-year-old Addie knows what it’s like to have her dad away — he’s been serving in the military for most of her life. But today, her little heart broke.
At the cheer event, every girl had her dad with her, lifting them up and celebrating. All except Addie. She stood alone, tears streaming down her face.
Then something incredible happened. A young man — not even from her team, but from the opposing team — noticed her crying. Without hesitation, he jumped the fence, walked over, and lifted Addie onto his shoulders so she could shine just like everyone else.
I couldn’t hold back my tears. He didn’t know her. He didn’t have to do it. But he did — simply because kindness told him to.
Later, Addie said through her tears, “I just felt like somebody saved my life. I thought that’s so nice, especially since my dad’s serving for us.” 💔💙
To that amazing young man — thank you. You didn’t just lift my daughter up on your shoulders. You lifted her spirit, reminded her she’s never truly alone, and gave us a moment of pure love we will never forget.
In a world where you can be anything — this young man chose to be kind. And that made all the difference."
[Ale###isperry via Instagram]