In Colorado, a courageous three-year-old boy named Bridger Peabody overcame his fear of the dark to save his great-grandmother, Sharon Lewis, in a critical moment. Lewis, 77, who has mobility issues, fell on a concrete step, suffering a severe concussion. With her phone left in the car, Bridger was her only hope for help. Despite his fear, he bravely retrieved the phone from the car, allowing them to call for emergency assistance. Lewis required 22 staples for her head injury and has since hailed Bridger as a hero, though he modestly insists his name is just Bridger.
Bridger’s actions were remarkable, especially considering his fear of the dark. As he went to get the phone, he encouraged himself by saying, “Don’t be scared, don’t be scared.” After successfully retrieving the phone, he celebrated with a triumphant “Yay, I did it!” Bridger’s bravery was inspired by his favorite show, Paw Patrol, where he aspires to be as brave as the puppies.
Lewis’s gratitude for Bridger’s heroism is immense, and she affectionately refers to him as her hero, though he remains humble about his actions. This incident points to the extraordinary courage and resilience that can be found even in the youngest of souls when they’ve been clearly taught how to be there for others.