We all have concerns about our loved ones. Especially if they’re sick and old. Just think about our grandparents. But this boy’s friendship with his elderly neighbor is melting hearts. It all started after Darrien Middleton from Jackson, Tennessee shared a photo of her grandmother and her much more younger dear friend. Caleb, a 7-year-old boy is visiting Darrien’s granny five times daily to verify how she’s doing.
Photo source: Darrien Middleton/Facebook
The granddaughter shared a story about this lovely friendship with Love What Matters. And here’s the beautiful story:
“My grandmother, Wilma (better known as nana) walked into my life when I was just 2-years-old. Since then, we have been attached at the hip. Of course, I loved her growing up as a child, but our bond has become extremely strong now that I have gotten older…”
Darrien tried to convince her granny to move in with her, after she’s fighting with a disease.
“For years, I have been trying to get her to move in with me so I can keep a better eye on her health. Unfortunately, she is just as stubborn as I am and has refused that offer many times. The main reason, she has lived in her house for 38 years this Thanksgiving and it is the one thing that has remained constant. She loves her home, her independence, her yard, and especially her neighbors. Every morning around 6 am, she wakes up, makes a cup of coffee, and goes directly to her porch.”
Photo source: Darrien Middleton/Facebook
“Most people in our town wouldn’t have the best things to say about the neighborhood Nana lives in, but that is what is so awesome about this story. I want to shed some light in this dark world we are living in. I work full time in the emergency department in our hometown on night shift. That alone keeps my schedule very limited, along with being a full-time student. We don’t have much family here, so getting Nana back and forth to treatment every day and being able to check on her frequently (or as much as I would like) has been difficult for me to do. This is where her beautiful neighbors come into play. They check on her multiple times throughout the day and have even helped me get her to chemotherapy and radiation appointments. They are honestly what keeps Nana going. “
Photo source: Darrien Middleton/Facebook
“Caleb is 7-years-old and in 1st grade. His grandmother lives directly next door to mine and is one neighbor she is especially close with. They have lived next to each other for as long as I can remember. The first time Nama and Caleb ever interacted was over an extra plate of food Nana had made and given to him. You would have thought Nana had given him a $100 bill. He was so grateful and thankful for a steak dinner. Caleb has recently moved in with his grandmother and his dad, along with his two other brothers. “
A sweet little boy with a big and so kind heart, Caleb is visiting Darrien’s grandmother daily. That’s a great act of kindness.
Photo source: Darrien Middleton/Facebook
“Prior to this, he was over there almost every day, and just like his grandmother, has visited and checked on Nana frequently. The day I took the picture of them on the porch was the first day I really got to interact with him and get to know this genuine and kind young man. The conversations I’ve had him with him are so heartwarming and touching,” Darrien Middleton said to Love What Matters.
She added: “Almost every time I think about his story and his heart, I want to tear up. My nana is so attached to him and the bond they have is incredible. He doesn’t come from much, but you can tell he has been raised on love. He will bust out a dance move in a heartbeat, will go on and on about how much he loves school, and make you laugh until you cry.
This kid deserves the love he has received from this post. He stands out from the norm and brings so much joy into everyone’s life he is around. I am so thankful for him and the love he has shown my grandmother. I know for certain it has helped her on her hardest days. He will never know how much I truly appreciate him. I hope one day he realizes the impact he has left on her life and mine as well.”
Darrien’s photo went viral immediately with 150,000 shares. A lot of people shown their respect for this little boy and his beautiful gesture. We all have something to learn from this boy and his kindness. With people like Caleb the world will be a better place.
h/t: LoveWhatMatters
