Mount Airy Hero
Mount Airy Hero (Betty Lynn) When you think of a hero you think of Spiderman, Batman, Iron man, but a hero can be anybody. A hero can be somebody who simply shows love and compassion and brings joy to everybody. I am a 15-year-old boy who recently had the opportunity to meet the Andy Griffith super star, “Thelma Lou” and experienced the thrill of meeting a hero. Standing in a long line of fans seeking her autograph, I watched the way she gave herself to her people. I saw her hugging fans and kissing and speaking in greater depths with older people but treating everyone as dear long-lost friends. I believe that showing kindness to someone is the greatest gift you can ever give someone because that is the key to friendship and happiness. In both her T.V portrayal of Thelma Lou and signing autographs for fans decades later, Ms. Lynn has inspired me to be a great person and to always be grateful for each blessing God bestows upon us. I believe that a hero is somebody who does somet...