Lightning struck their Oklahoma home, and within moments, smoke started pouring in. Mandy, just 11 years old, didn’t even hesitate. She ran to her mom and little brother, got them moving toward the door – even helping her mom out after she sprained her ankle in the chaos.
And when they made it outside, Mandy didn’t stop. She grabbed her phone, called 911, and started texting family and friends to let them know what happened – all while keeping her little brother calm and looking out for her injured mom.
Here’s the part that gets me: Mandy’s dad, who was out of town at the time, has a habit of telling her, “Take care of your mom and little brother while I’m gone.” He probably never imagined how seriously she’d take those words, but in a moment of crisis, that little reminder turned into a life-saving mission.