The story of 6-year-old Xander and the surprise present he received from his grandma stands out as a moving example of the transformative power of kindness and love.
As Xander discovered to his joy, the finest surprises are the ones we don’t expect, such as the fulfillment of his wish to have a furry pet.
For 18 months, Xander saved every dime he could, demonstrating remarkable maturity and discipline for a child of his age.
A dog of his own was a simple but meaningful goal. In order to make room in his life for a canine friend, Xander showed remarkable restraint by avoiding the urge to waste his hard-earned cash on transitory wants.
Xander had no idea that his grandma was planning a surprise for him that would blow beyond everything he could possibly imagine.