Friday JohnKu – AKA – TGIF – Friyay/Good News

August 26, 2022 · by John W. Howell · in TGIF · 84 Comments

Today’s good news story comes from the Good News Network. Here it is in its entirety.

6 High School Football Players Combine Their Strength to Rescue Injured Woman Trapped in a Wrecked Car

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Aug 22, 2022

(From left to right) Rome High School students Cesar Parker, Treyvon Adams, Antwion Carey, Messiah Daniels, Tyson Brown, and Alto Moore made the rescue.

A Georgian woman is thanking her stars that it was nothing less than a group of buff high schooler football players who just happened to be passing by her when she needed help.

Together they leaned their strength to pry open the jammed door of the woman’s wrecked car, which allowed the rescuers to access the badly injured driver.

The Rome City Football Team was out in force that morning, with teammates Treyvon Adams, 16, Antwion Carey, 16, Cesar Parker, 16, Messiah Daniels, Tyson Brown, 17, and Alto Moore, 16, all heading to school together in Adam’s car, or with their mom in the case of Caesar.

As soon as they saw the wrecked car, they leaped into action.

“We just ran as fast we (could) to the lady and check on her to see if she was alright,” Adams told CNN. “We saw she was in pain; she was screaming and asking us to help her.”

The car was totaled and badly bent out of shape. Relying on their brawn more so than their brains, the teens managed to pry the passenger door open, realizing only afterward that the other door had to be removed for her to be reached.

“We used all our muscles,” Adams said. “We’re pretty big people; we’re strong. We play football, so we lift weights a lot, but (the door) was just extremely bent and broke.” It all happened in about a minute.

But when it was over, the teens had freed the woman from the vehicle and carried her on their way back to class after checking on the driver of the other car in the collision.

Adams admitted that the team had been getting a lot of love and recognition for their act, which teachers said they deserved, and the school has helped drive.

In a post on Twitter, the school’s football team wrote, “PROUD of our MEN!” in reference to the story.

At the end of the day, like all great rescuers, the teens admitted that while the recognition was nice, it was something anyone would do.

The good news here is that these guys never hesitated to guarantee this woman’s safety and jumped into action.

Today’s JohnKu talks about heroes. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

What makes a hero?

Someone who has a big heart . . .

And moves very fast.

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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · August 26, 2022 - 4:26 am ·

Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:27 am ·
  
  Thanks for sharing, Michael
  
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OIKOS™- Art, Books & more · August 26, 2022 - 4:27 am ·

These are the youngster we need for a better future. Thanks for sharing, John! I remember to have read it on Jill’s blog, but one cannot remembered often enough. There is a way to a better world. Best wishes, Michael

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:29 am ·
  
  Yeah I saw it there too. I just thought it was worth repeating. (And I already had it scheduled)
  
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Charles Yallowitz · August 26, 2022 - 5:11 am ·

Very cool. Great to hear about people rushing to help those in trouble.

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Annette Rochelle Aben · August 26, 2022 - 6:24 am ·

Awesome

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:29 am ·
  
  Thanks, Annette.
  
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Jill Weatherholt · August 26, 2022 - 6:25 am ·

This is awesome, John! Thanks for sharing!

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:30 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jill.
  
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Liz Gauffreau · August 26, 2022 - 6:36 am ·

Your JohnKu is the perfect accompaniment to today’s good news story.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:30 am ·
  
  Aww. Thanks, Liz.
  
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  1. Liz Gauffreau · August 26, 2022 - 3:54 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 4:04 pm ·
      
      😊
      
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GP · August 26, 2022 - 6:42 am ·

A hip-hip-hooray for those up and coming teens!! Thanks for relating this story, John!

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:30 am ·
  
  I’m with you, GP. Thanks.
  
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harmonykentonline · August 26, 2022 - 7:04 am ·

A wonderful story and on-point JohnKu. Thanks for sharing, John, and have a wonderful weekend 💕🙂

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:31 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony. I wish you a wonderful weekend as well.
  
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Teri Polen · August 26, 2022 - 7:31 am ·

Such a wonderful story. Sounds like these boys were in the right place at the right time.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:32 am ·
  
  They were and quick to act.
  
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circadianreflections · August 26, 2022 - 8:12 am ·

There’s hope for the future yet with men like these coming up in the world!

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:53 am ·
  
  Indeed. Thanks, Deborah.
  
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coldhandboyack · August 26, 2022 - 8:30 am ·

Great story. I always enjoy your friday posts.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:53 am ·
  
  Thanks, Craig
  
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Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. · August 26, 2022 - 8:44 am ·

Love your good news stories John and thanks for sharing. With the mainstream headlines giving such a different spin on the youth of today it is excellent to see this inspirational act of kindness. hugsx

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:54 am ·
  
  I agree, Sally. We need to focus on what is right with things instead of what is wrong.
  
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quiall · August 26, 2022 - 8:52 am ·

I love your haiku. It is moments that make heroes.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:55 am ·
  
  Thank you, Pamela. It is moments for sure.
  
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Gwen M. Plano · August 26, 2022 - 8:59 am ·

Wonderful story, John, and great haiku. I always look forward to your Friday posts. 😊

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:55 am ·
  
  Thank you, Gwen. So glad you like these. 😊
  
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Staci Troilo · August 26, 2022 - 9:13 am ·

What a great group of kids. Thanks for sharing, John. Have a great weekend.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 9:56 am ·
  
  Thank you, Staci. You as well.
  
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noelleg44 · August 26, 2022 - 10:30 am ·

Well done! These kids do deserve all that praise, and I hope this will carry them on to bigger and better things in their lives.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 11:21 am ·
  
  I do too. Thanks, Noelle. 😊
  
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Debbie · August 26, 2022 - 10:33 am ·

Love stories with a happy ending — thank you, John, for finding this one and letting us share in the warm fuzzies!

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 11:21 am ·
  
  Always good to have warm fuzzies around. Thanks, Debbie
  
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Dan Antion · August 26, 2022 - 10:49 am ·

Great story and poem, John. Stories like this give me hope.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 11:20 am ·
  
  They do.
  
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The Coastal Crone · August 26, 2022 - 11:02 am ·

Good looking group – you would want them on your side. The perfect group to do some heavy lifting. They deserve recognition. TGIF to you.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 11:20 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jo. TGIF to you as well.
  
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Jan Sikes · August 26, 2022 - 11:14 am ·

I love hearing about these heroic acts of kindness. It gives a glimmer of hope for a dark world!

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 11:19 am ·
  
  Yes it does. We need more hope, Jan. Thanks.
  
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walkingoffthechessboard · August 26, 2022 - 11:52 am ·

Anytime we hear a story about the youth of this country showing care and compassion for strangers, it is a “win” for all of us. Good story, John. Thanks for sharing it.

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1. John W. Howell · August 26, 2022 - 4:08 pm ·
  
  I agree with you, Bruce.
  
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Vashti Q · August 26, 2022 - 8:59 pm ·

I love this, John! What a great story. Your haiku/Johnku is awesome too. Have a fabulous weekend!🥰

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1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 6:38 am ·
  
  Have a great weekend as well Vashti. Thank you.
  
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  1. Vashti Q · August 27, 2022 - 9:19 am ·
    
    Thank you❣️
    
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Jennie · August 27, 2022 - 7:00 am ·

Great JohnKu to accompany this wonderful hero story.

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1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 7:10 am ·
  
  Thank you, Jennie. 😁
  
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  1. Jennie · August 27, 2022 - 8:06 am ·
    
    You’re welcome, John.
    
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Sorryless · August 27, 2022 - 8:51 am ·

Now THAT is a team.

Thank you for making these kids front page news, Boss. Because they really are.

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1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 9:02 am ·
  
  Yes it is true. Thanks, Marc.
  
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  1. Sorryless · August 27, 2022 - 11:43 am ·
    
    Good Saturday to you.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 3:54 pm ·
      
      And to you and welcome back.
      
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    2. Sorryless · August 28, 2022 - 9:25 am ·
      
      Appreciate it Boss
      
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Dale · August 27, 2022 - 10:56 am ·

What a beautiful thing. True heroes just do without looking for accolades. Happy weekend, John!

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1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 3:58 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Dale. Happy weekend to you.
  
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  1. Dale · August 27, 2022 - 6:06 pm ·
    
    Merci mon ami!
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 7:12 am ·
      
      De rein
      
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D.L. Finn, Author · August 27, 2022 - 11:04 am ·

I love to see when people just act to help another person.

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1. John W. Howell · August 27, 2022 - 3:57 pm ·
  
  I do too.
  
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Resa · August 28, 2022 - 2:31 pm ·

John, Your Friyay good news pieces are always great!
This is yet another wonderful story you have pulled out of the schmelekie of persistent bad news.
Congrats to the heroes!
Your JohnKu is on the money! xo

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1. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 2:46 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Resa. XO 😊
  
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  1. Resa · August 28, 2022 - 2:49 pm ·
    
    XOXO
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 2:58 pm ·
      
      XOXOX
      
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    2. Resa · August 28, 2022 - 3:12 pm ·
      
      Ah Ha!
      I see what you’re up to! Trying to put one over on me, eh?
      OXOXOX
      
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    3. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 3:17 pm ·
      
      I didn’t want to escalate the XOs too fast so I left room for an add on. So now I can go XOXOXO. Is yours 🐂 🐂 🐂 ?
      
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    4. Resa · August 28, 2022 - 3:22 pm ·
      
      AHA! Yes, but I call you and up the ante.
      🐂 🐂 🐂 O
      
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    5. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 3:24 pm ·
      
      I like it. 🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂
      
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    6. Resa · August 28, 2022 - 3:37 pm ·
      
      I like it too! I mean what’s the chance of 4 oxes…oxen … Never mind. I thought they were cows at first. 🙃
      
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    7. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 3:48 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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    8. Resa · August 28, 2022 - 3:50 pm ·
      
      xo
      
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    9. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 3:52 pm ·
      
      XO (Back to where it all began)
      
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    10. Resa · August 29, 2022 - 11:51 am ·
      
      Ah, the cycles of life!
      What goes around, comes around!
      🐂O
      
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    11. John W. Howell · August 29, 2022 - 12:15 pm ·
      
      🐂O🐂 😁
      
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T. W. Dittmer · August 28, 2022 - 7:59 pm ·

This is so positive, that a high school football team would rescue a woman trapped in her totaled vehicle. Sorry to be so slow in responding, but I’ve had a health issue and been hospitalized for the last four days.

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1. John W. Howell · August 28, 2022 - 8:03 pm ·
  
  Goodness, Tim. I hope you are doing better.😊
  
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  1. T. W. Dittmer · August 28, 2022 - 8:23 pm ·
    
    I think I’m doing a lot better, at least I feel better. I was just feeling weak and faint and ended up here in the hospital. They think they’ve found the cause and have been applying treatment. We’ll see if they’ll let go home tomorrow.
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 29, 2022 - 7:01 am ·
      
      I hope so. I’m glad they found the cause. Let me guess. Not enough VooDoo Ranger.
      
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    2. T. W. Dittmer · August 29, 2022 - 7:18 am ·
      
      😁
      
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    3. John W. Howell · August 29, 2022 - 12:23 pm ·
      
      😁
      
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ParentingIsFunny · August 29, 2022 - 6:21 pm ·

Awww. And, yeah! Friyay Johnkus are back! 🙂

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1. John W. Howell · August 29, 2022 - 7:33 pm ·
  
  I have returned. Thanks, Betsy
  
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  1. ParentingIsFunny · August 29, 2022 - 9:46 pm ·
    
    Seeing better than ever, yes?
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 30, 2022 - 7:07 am ·
      
      Oh yes. The eyes of a hawk. 😳
      
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