I ran across this story today, and decided we need a little good news today.
Six year old Bridger saved his younger sister from a dog attack.
“On July 9th, my six year old nephew Bridger saved his little sister’s life by standing between her and a charging dog,” Walker captioned her Instagram post. “After getting bit several times on the face and head, he grabbed his sister’s hand and ran with her to keep her safe.”
“He later said, ‘If someone had to die, I thought it should be me,’” she added. “After receiving 90 stitches (give or take) from a skilled plastic surgeon, he’s finally resting at home. We love our brave boy and want all the other superheroes to know about this latest hero who joined their ranks.”
Dear Bridger, I just read about what happened to you and I wanted to reach out to say this… People who put the well beings of others in front of themselves are the most heroic and thoughtful people I know. I truly respect and admire your courage and your heart. Real courage isn’t dominating people or fighting against people or walking around like a tough guy. Real courage is knowing what is right to do and doing it even when it might end up hurting you somehow. You are more of man than many, many I have seen or known. With Admiration…Mark Ruffalo (Bruce Banner/Hulk/Professor)
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Chris Pratt, the actor who plays Captain America one upped the Hulk. He promised Bridger a real Captain America shield.