In the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the early morning hours at a local Starbucks were about to take an unexpected turn.
It was one that many working moms can relate to – the sudden absence of childcare just minutes before a shift.
As we know, babysitters sometimes cancel, and daycares can be expensive – so there are times when working parents are in a bind, and don’t know what to do.
With the clock ticking, Blakes reached out to her understanding manager, hoping for a solution.
The manager, empathetic to Blakes’ predicament, told her to bring her one-year-old daughter along, then assured her they’d figure things out.
But little did the mom know, it would turn out even sweeter than expected!
As the morning sun began to rise, two familiar faces entered the Starbucks: State Troopers Brad Marshall and Austin White.
Regulars at this particular establishment, they quickly became aware of the unique situation unfolding before them.
They could’ve just enjoyed their coffee and went about their day – but that’s not what happened.
The scene was heartwarming as the two uniformed troopers, often seen in more serious roles, playfully engaged with the young child, bringing smiles to the faces of customers and staff alike.
The manager, moved by the troopers’ kindness, took to social media to share the story.
She painted a vivid picture of the morning’s events, from the tearful phone call she received from Blakes to the troopers’ delightful interaction with the child.
The post highlighted the troopers’ genuine care, noting how one of them even purchased a cup for the little girl, which she clung to throughout the morning.