Mom Concerned When Daughter Says She’s Been Talking To Strange Man, But Truth Has Her In Tears

“Cute Little Old Man” makes students happy.

Sometimes, what you need from a tiring and exhausting routine is a little encouragement. 

Even just a simple smile and a nice greeting in the morning makes a person's mood lighten and brighten up one's day.

Gina Michelle drops her daughter off at school every day but recently learned about a "cute little old man" who her daughter talks to before entering the school building. So the curious mom drove by and saw the 94-year-old in action.

Kind old man gives smiles to students.

This is what Gina wrote about the photo:

"Ya'll know I am all about encouragement! This takes it up a notch!

Today when I was taking Audrey to school we were early so instead of dropping her off at the corner like I usually do I took her to the parent drop off.

Gina Michelle and family

When we pulled in to the school she said: 'Oh no! I forgot I like you dropping me off at the corner so I can talk to the cute, little old man and today I would have had more time!'

'Who's the cute little old man?' I asked.

'He stands at the steps where you drop me off and encourages all the students as they walk in. He talks about kindness and gives us advise and fist bumps! It's the best part of the day!'

So when I drove by I saw him and my heart literally burst. This is exactly the kind of love and supports our middle schoolers need.

Old Wally with a student.

This man stands outside the school every day and gives the gift of encouragement to every student that comes near him.

This is what I saw this morning. I was like lucky enough to catch one of his infamous fist bumps!

I strive to be like this guy as much as possible, we all should.

My day has officially been made!"

Gina and Wally

The man’s name is Wally and he’s 94 years old. For the past several years, Wally has made it his job to stand outside the middle school and greet each child who passes him by. Gina was overcome with affection and gratitude and hoping that there are more Wally’s in this world.

“Kindness is spreading sunshine into other people's lives regardless of the weather.”

- Raktivist