This message is dedicated to every grandfather out there.

The Comment That Changed the Mood

From a nearby table, a woman shook her head and muttered loudly enough for others to hear.

“That’s what’s wrong with this country,” she said.
“Kids today don’t even know how to pray. Asking God for ice cream? Why, I never!”

Her words cut deeper than she probably realized.

My grandson’s face crumpled instantly.

Tears filled his eyes as he looked up at me and whispered, “Did I do it wrong? Is God mad at me?”