Our son Evan like many a capital hiller takes the metro from Crystal City to the Capital South metro station then wends his way to Congressman Roskum's office. It's part of his regular routine and normally is un eventful. This last Wednesday was different.
I received a call on the home phone, which I rarely answer, but looking at the caller ID it's a name instead of a company so I listen. It's a guy calling from DC named Jonathon who just got off the Metro. Evan had gotten off the stop before this guy and had left his wallet on the floor behind his seat, Jonathon had found it. When Ev got off the train, realizing that he had lost his wallet, he turned around and proceeded to pound on the door to get back on, the train took off. Evan was freaking out but had the wherewith all to somehow not get hit by the train, get out of the station without his metro card, and get to his office on capitol hill. Our son Evan has Down Syndrome and was navigating his commute on his own.
The wonderful people at his office sat him down, went over everything he had in wallet and began the process of trying to figure out what to do next. Meantime, Evan had his Illinois ID with our illinois address on it in the wallet. Jonathon found the card, then went online, reverse directoried our phone number and gave me a call. What a kind and nice guy. Not only does he go the extra mile in locating us (Evan) but goes twain. Jonathan is in DC for a meeting and had a break around noon so he volunteers to walk to Roskum's office and give Evan the wallet. One of the things he mentioned in meeting the people at Ev's office was how kind and caring they are about Ev.
Wonderful people all over the world
Angels both those seen and unseen watch over Evan.
Angels both those seen and unseen watch over Evan.
Where are the miracles in DC this season?
Ev having the where wits to not chase after a moving train and going to a familiar place for help.
Ev having the where wits to not chase after a moving train and going to a familiar place for help.
Rep Roskum's wonderful staff who stand beside and support Evan.
A stranger named Jonathan who saw someone in need, interrupted his day and made a difference in the life of Evan.
If you are looking for a good christmas miracle this season, look no farther than the Capital South Metro.
If you are looking for a good christmas miracle this season, look no farther than the Capital South Metro.
