Heroes Out of the Ashes
That’s the way real heroes come to us—right out of the ashes. In the case of Atlanta (Ga.) school bus driver Robert Watson, his heroic efforts were literally so.
On March 27, Watson earned the title of hero, and according to a recent news report, here’s why:
“The March 27 school day had been like any other. Watson picked up his charges on Bus 904 and began the journey home.
Soon after leaving school, though, Watson smelled smoke. He turned onto Chateaugay Lane, a residential street, and the odor became stronger. He pulled to the side of the street and ordered the 39 stunned and silent students to quickly exit.
‘After we got off the bus, I wasn't scared,’ said 8-year-old Courtney Sanford, who rides with her brother, Sterling. ‘But I had to calm a lot of people down. A lot of people were crying.’
About 30 seconds after the last child got off, the bus burst into flames.”
So many times in the news, especially recent news, we hear about all the bad that’s happening around the world. While the bad can bring higher ratings for networks, it also leaves many of us with a negative and bitter outlook on life.
News of this nature serves to remind us there are good things happening out there, with good people at the forefront. We can all do better to find something good in life. To be light to someone, as my husband would say.
For Watson’s light, I salute him.
More Information:
Bus Driver Honored for Saving 39 School Kids
*photo credit: Sarah Smith Elementary School*
