Jennifer Foster of Florence, AZ was visiting Times Square in New York City with her husband November 14, 2012 when they saw a man with no shoes asking for change. She had just reached into her purse to give him some money when something very unexpected happened . . .
Along with this quick photo she took here is the email she sent to the New York Police Department explaining what she witnessed. “Right when I was about to approach, one of your officers came up behind him. The officer said, ‘I have these size 12 boots for you, they are all-weather. Let’s put them on and take care of you.’ The officer squatted down on the ground and proceeded to put socks and the new boots on this man. The officer expected NOTHING in return and did not know I was watching. I have been in law enforcement for 17 years. I was never so impressed in my life."
While the police officer in the photo remains anonymous Jennifer went on to explain, "It is important, I think, for all of us to remember the real reason we are in this line of work."
This true story gives us a powerful reminder of human kindness, compassion in professionalism, and the gratitude we have for all those who serve as First Responders. The "Christmas Spirit" isn't seasonal to them. It's a way of life - just as it is with Jesus and must be for each of us.
Along with this quick photo she took here is the email she sent to the New York Police Department explaining what she witnessed. “Right when I was about to approach, one of your officers came up behind him. The officer said, ‘I have these size 12 boots for you, they are all-weather. Let’s put them on and take care of you.’ The officer squatted down on the ground and proceeded to put socks and the new boots on this man. The officer expected NOTHING in return and did not know I was watching. I have been in law enforcement for 17 years. I was never so impressed in my life."
While the police officer in the photo remains anonymous Jennifer went on to explain, "It is important, I think, for all of us to remember the real reason we are in this line of work."
This true story gives us a powerful reminder of human kindness, compassion in professionalism, and the gratitude we have for all those who serve as First Responders. The "Christmas Spirit" isn't seasonal to them. It's a way of life - just as it is with Jesus and must be for each of us.
