The Everyday Hero

The definition of a hero is a person distinguished by exceptional courage, nobility, and strength. The first thing we all think of when we imagine a hero is a man with a cape who comes in at the exact moment he is needed and saves the day. The hero is always the one who offers his protection often at the risk of his own safety and then is admired for his bravery. Although we all know that there are no men who fly around in capes, there are many heroic people. Heroes are not always brought to your attention, in fact, sometimes they do not want recognition; all they want is to help others. In my opinion, that is the most admirable type of hero. For example, the woman who has lost her husband and now has to raise her kids all alone. She is working many part time jobs just to provide for her family. She is a hero that does not get any credit, but is doing amazing things. Many firemen and policemen are heroes who work so hard to create a safe world for us, that they risk their own lives everyday. Even the people who give their time and money to help those in need who could have used it for themselves but gladly gave it away. Anyone can be a hero because sometimes all it takes is just standing up for someone else and putting their needs before yours. I would have to say that even though I agree that a hero is courageous, noble, and strong, I think just as importantly, a hero is someone who is giving, kind, and selfless.