Publix at Granada Plaza

Something interesting happened while in Publix, Main Street; while shopping with my wife. And it is a rare occurrence as we asked a store employee for a location for a product and the associate «waved» in the general direction where the item might be found. Normally, this situation would be overlooked, but I had suffered for weeks with a agonizing cold; coughing, wheezing, etc.
Nevertheless, at this stage of existence and I needed assistence. So I passed another associate and overlooked the previous help and moved on. But, wait, in the distance was w fellow bending to put away products and he seemed busy. He was however, not too busy to help me.
Jesse, seemed to leap at the change to help me. Perhaps, his newness as a an associate on duty peaked, his awareness of a sensed need. But he certainly gave a great try!
Jesse, had great presence and displayed understanding that we seniors needed special care, perhaps knowing that he too will reach this status some day. I decided that although the item that I needed was actually not in the store, Jesse made a thorough check using his scanner and his electronic device to ascertain facts.
I then took Jesse to the store manager, Mr. Kostacky and extolled Bro. Jesse’s talents. My cold did not go away, that day, but thanks Publix for going the longer way and boosting my spirits. It is hoped that Jesse receive the rewards due him in his life work and education. May he set the example for other young people who are also just beginning their careers and «hold on to the light» of peace, love and understanding.