I received a call from a mother, Lisia Langejans, sharing an idea her daughter, Leah, had regarding giving back to first responders of the Jan. 8 incident.
Leah belongs to Girl Scout Troop 645 and wanted to offer a "Gift of Caring" to people she personally selected to receive boxes of Girl Scout cookies. I was so honored to be one of her selected recipients.
A meeting was arranged between Lisia, Leah and myself at my home, and I could hardly wait. Leah arrived with a bag of cookies bigger then she was.
I love Girl Scout cookies, so I knew from the contents of the bag that my taste buds would be well taken care of.
The gift of caring from Leah was a combination of not only overwhelming thanks but also Leah's spirit, inspiration and incredible, huge heart.
Every time I open a box of cookies, I think of Leah and smile. I am truly blessed!
Anna Ballis, having decided the line to see Giffords was too long, did some shopping at Safeway on Jan. 8, then rushed out to help the injured. She is credited with saving Ron Barber's life.
