The Courage to Ask

Dear Hudson,

I want to tell you something I hope you’ll never forget: Bravery doesn’t always look like something big.

Highlights of our first MLB Game

Sometimes, it looks like a little boy walking up to a stranger and asking a question.

There was a time not long ago when that felt impossible to you. We’d be in a store, you’d find a toy, and ask me how much it cost. I’d say, “Why don’t you ask someone who works here?” And every time, I’d watch your face tighten up, your shoulders tense. You’d look down and quietly say, “No.”

I get it. Talking to strangers — even grown-ups who are there to help — felt scary. You weren’t trying to be rude. You were just nervous. And instead of doing it for you, we would walk out of the store.

It wasn’t because I didn’t care. It’s because I do.

I want you to be able to speak up. Ask questions. Make yourself heard.

I’d offer to go with you. I’d say, “I’ll walk up there with you, but I want you to ask.” And eventually, you did. I stood next to you, quiet, while you asked your question. You did it scared, but you did it.

And you started to learn something amazing — Most people like helping customers, especially kids.They smile. They lean down. They listen. And you got your answer.

You also got something even more important: confidence.

And then there was that moment at your first MLB game — Royals vs. Dodgers. I’ll never forget it. You had your glove in one hand and a ball in the other, eyes locked on the dugout. You wanted an autograph more than anything, but the crowd was packed. It would’ve been easy to hang back, to give up, to let someone else get the signature. But not you. You weaved your way through, inch by inch, finding space, holding your spot. You stood your ground — and it worked. I saw your head pop up in the crowd, you gave me a thumbs up, disapeared again, and came up with an autograph! But more than that, you earned it. That took courage, determination, and the same quiet bravery I’ve seen you grow into.

Hudson, the world needs more people who are kind, respectful, and unafraid to speak up. I’m proud of the way you always say please and thank you. Those little words have power, especially when they come from a polite and courageous kid like you.

This may have started with toys and baseball games, but you’re building a skill that will help you for the rest of your life. You’ll face things that are uncomfortable. You’ll have to speak up when it would be easier to stay quiet. And now you know — you can.

You are learning how to do hard things, even when they feel small. And that’s what makes you strong.

I love you,

Dad

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