Young man's neatness, respect deserve praise

Editor:

I wish to share a rare experience I recently had with an individual in

Columbia County.

What made it so rare, in this world today we see our young men and women

acting as if they just came out of a bottle of gin, half-dressed like they

were popped out of a leaf shredder, doped out of their mind, showing no

respect to anyone and smell like they just crawled out of a garbage dump. It

appears their main goal in life is to see how stupid they can look, and

remind us "old fogies" this is their generation so leave them alone.

This person is working at Cushman Paint and Body Shop on Washington Road in

Evans. When I was greeted by this young man, Brandon Cushman, I thought this

guy is not real. He was well-dressed, neat haircut, showed the most

professional attitude of any person I have ever met. The more I talked to

this young man the more I respected him. It was yes sir, no sir and he went

out of his way to help me with my problem.

When he saw I had a Purple Heart tag on my truck, he wanted to know in what

conflict I was wounded (Korea). He then informed me his dad had served in

Vietnam (Marines). He said he wanted to thank me for the service I gave to

my country. He stated he prayed for our service members everyday. Throughout

the time my truck was being repaired by this shop he made sure I knew about

any changes, price, material, labor or whatever. There were no surprises

when the time came to pay up for this outstanding job.

I guess what impressed me the most was when I picked up the truck. As I was

about to leave, we got into a conversation about the upcoming presidential

election. I was amazed with his knowledge and the way he presented his views

on different things. To find a young man so dedicated to his job and beliefs

was something you will not find today. All I can say if you need body work

on your vehicle, drop by and meet this fine young man. Even if you take your

vehicle somewhere else for repair, your day will be enriched by just talking

to him.

I would like to give this young man, and his parents, a well-deserved "thank

you" and wish him the very best in life.

Donald McLeod

Grovetown