My Grandma and the Rock Star
This tale comes from my Dad – he’s not a Mama, but since he isn’t me I thought I could stash it down here as I find this story quite noteworthy.
My Grandma is awesome. A lady that radiates love and is even more welcoming than a warm afghan and a candy dish (though her house was well known for both). You may remember her from this gem last year:
This past year my grandma decided that she’d had enough of housework, yard work, and many other mundane day-to-day tasks (I can relate), so she packed up and moved to an assisted living center in the same middle-of -nowhere town that my parents moved to a year ago. She gets treated like the Queen that she is and doesn’t have a care in the world (besides having fun and doing her hair up cute).
You know the problem with middle of nowhere towns? They are a pain in the tooshey to get to. Going to visit isn’t easy or cheap and therefore doesn’t happen all that often.
Not even at Christmas time. 
Now in this middle-of-nowhere town there is a growing college. Because of the college there are many do gooders in town – young people who want to do a little something to make the world a better place, and therefore the Assisted Living Center gets many, many visitors (especially during the holidays).
Many of the kids come to sing, play the piano, share stories and talents, or just visit. Some are immensely talented, others are goofy, and then, one day, one kid was a Rock Star:
That’s my Grandma, and that’s David Archuleta. Maybe you’ve heard of him? He was a runner up on a little show called American Idol. He was in town for a concert at the college and wanted to do something nice in the community. He came to my grandma’s home with just his pianist and sang requests from his audience.
There was no press, no manager, no agent. Just a good kid wanting to do something good in his free time.
I’m sure there are lots of people out there who, like me, wish with all their hearts to visit their loved ones – sing carols and share an evening, but who can’t. I want to personally thank each and every person who went out of their way to help someone they didn’t know during this past holiday season. Your small act stood in the place of many prayers and hopes of families far away.
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January 4th, 2010 at 4:40 pm
That’s David Archuleta for you. Thinking of everyone else first…what a sweet story. Gotta love David!
January 4th, 2010 at 4:41 pm
Wow. That would be so fun to hear him sing like that. He went Christmas caroling with his brother and sisters. Wouldn’t that be something to open your door and have the Archuletas sing to you. What a super voice he has. It was made for Christmas carols.
January 4th, 2010 at 5:03 pm
Omg!!this story is soooo heartwarming!!!that is one of the reason why i
adore david archuleta.he has a very good spirit.his soul is full of love for others!bless his good heart.i will be his fan for life!!!
January 4th, 2010 at 5:24 pm
that’s wonderful.
January 4th, 2010 at 5:28 pm
Thanks so much for sharing your story. My grandfather is 12 hrs from me in an assisted living facility and I miss him terribly. I love the thought of younger folks, rock star or not, taking some time to go visit with these sweet, intelligent, vibrant older people.
David Archuleta is nothing short of amazing. He wanted to give something back and chose a quiet, honorable way to do it. Thanks for sharing!!
January 4th, 2010 at 5:29 pm
Thank you for sharing your story of your Grandma meeting David.
David has become a huge inspiration to all of us with his voice and his selfishless acts of good deed for everyone.
He has inspired many to start giving back however they can and for that I am very grateful to a person who takes nothing for granted…not even his amazing voice.
January 4th, 2010 at 5:35 pm
Thanks for sharing this story. While some people might be surprised by someone doing what David does, his fans know this is another example of the person he is. David is such an amazing person and he shares himself and his talent so freely.
January 4th, 2010 at 5:41 pm
Your last paragraph brought tears to my eyes. Thank god there are special people in the world who do unselfish things to help others. David Archuleta is a very kind caring guy, and your grandmother is a lovely lady.
January 4th, 2010 at 6:13 pm
Thank you so much for sharing your story. What I love most about this is that he was doing this even before he became a “rock star”. David Archuleta is an exceptional young man and a light in so many people’s lives. I’m so happy that your grandmother got to spend that time with him.
January 4th, 2010 at 6:15 pm
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful heartwarming story, you had me choking up. David spreads joy and smiles like no other, as we can see by the smile on your grandmothers face. A real role model for us all. Bless your grandmother.
January 4th, 2010 at 6:39 pm
Thank you so much for sharing your heart warming story! Bless your Grandmother, and bless David for making the world a brighter place.
January 4th, 2010 at 6:53 pm
I was having a stressful day and glad I came across your heartwarming story, instantly made me feel better! Great to hear your grandma and the other seniors are being treated like royalities! David is always so sincere and caring, such a sweetheart! Thanks for sharing.
January 4th, 2010 at 6:55 pm
Thank you for sharing your amazing story. So awesome that your grandma had the chance to meet David Archuleta. He’s heart is just so full of love and care so deeply in giving every chance he gets to make someone happy. This reminds me what was mention in the church yesterday. ” Expect all good things from God” ” Attempt to do good things for God ” With David, God is blessing him with all good things in life and David is doing good things for God.
January 4th, 2010 at 7:12 pm
OK Im tearing up here! What a beautiful story. David is such an incredible spirit. He makes me want to be a better person. Thank you so much for sharing!
January 4th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
I am so blessed to have my mom..who is 87…still with us! She came to share Christmas with us this year too!!
She lives all alone in her home in Utah, but is starved for some love and attention from others. Everytime someone shows her a kindness…with a touch, a hug, a kind word or thought, she talks about it for days. We forget how much the older people in our society are neglected. I am so thankful that the “goodness” and loving heart of David helps us all to remember those people…even those who are not family members. He is such an inspiration to everyone! This was a beautiful story…the tears are here.
January 4th, 2010 at 8:08 pm
You know what? David is wonderful. I’ve been a fan for as long as I’ve known about him. But I’ll bet he felt quite honored to meet the wonderful men and women at your grandmother’s ALF, too. My mother was in an assisted living facility for quite a while, and I know how much music brightened her days. Thanks for sharing your story.
January 4th, 2010 at 8:13 pm
Thanks for sharing your touching story, this is just an example of David’s kind spirit. There aren’t too many people in this world who would do what he did, especially since he has such a busy schedule to keep.
January 4th, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Thank you for shering you wonderful story. David is such a incredible person.
January 4th, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful story. We need more people like David in this world. He always puts others before himself and his soul just radiates goodness. I’m so proud to be a fan of this exceptional young man!
January 4th, 2010 at 8:25 pm
David Archuleta is such a nice and kind young man. He is such a wonderful role model for all of us. Thank you for sharing your story. We need more David Archuletas in this world!
January 4th, 2010 at 9:13 pm
Thank you for sharing this story about your Grandma and David Archuleta! This is one of the reasons David holds a special place in my heart. His voice is, of course, beyond amazing. But his spirit, believe it or not, is even more amazing and continues to teach those around him how to love more, do more. He is an inspiration and is using his platform responsibly and for that, I’ll adore him forever. Thanks again!
January 4th, 2010 at 9:14 pm
that’s the david we all fell in love with. besides having incredible vocals, he’s a thoughtful, caring person who is always thinking of others. the world would be a better place if it had more people like david in it. go david.
January 4th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Thank you for sharing your lovely, lovely story with us. What a pleasure to have David and Kendra (I assume) play and sing for your Grandma and the other residents of the ALF. David is one of the kindest, sweetest young men on this earth, always thinking of others.
January 4th, 2010 at 9:44 pm
Your story brought a tear to my eye. Not just for the love that David showed, and the fact that he gave of his time and talent; but, for your words of admiration that other young people at the nearby college also visit and give of their time. Surely if you look for the good in people you shall find it! Thank you for sharing your story and pic!
January 4th, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Thank you for sharing this story. Your grandma looks so happy. David has many adult fans who admire him as an artist and a person with a pure heart. My family went to one of his Christmas concerts and I was surprised to see so many families coming to listen to him. One of songs, Fields of Gold, shows why he draws all ages of fans including adult fans. Just gorgeous.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JC807JMPBBY
January 4th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
okay, getting all teary eyed here. this is just one of the many reasons we call him incomparable!
January 4th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
Thanks for letting us in on your Grandmother’s “Rock Star” visit! David continues to make me smile with heartfelt joy!
We need more like him.
January 4th, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Thanks for sharing your story! When I heard David on AI I thought what a voice. After the show and during his AI tour I read stories and testimonies as to the genuine goodness of this young man. Since then I have become an avid fan and traveled many miles to see his concerts. I do this not only because he has the voice of an angel but because he is the kind of person that does things like visit your Grandma for no other reason than to bring a smile and some joy to others. Am I surprised by his act of kindness? Absolutely not! Glad your Grandma got to enjoy the glow of David!
January 4th, 2010 at 10:36 pm
Awww, that’s why we love David so much. He has a huge heart and isn’t afraid to show it.
January 4th, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Thanks for sharing this story. David’s kind & generous heart is only one of the many things we love about him. I’m glad your grandmother got to experience that as well as his amazing voice.
January 5th, 2010 at 12:36 am
Thanks so much for this story. That visit was probably the highlight of his day, too.
January 5th, 2010 at 12:37 am
Great kid and so selfless in what he does for others! Still hoping to see this wonderful young man in concert; until then, just enjoying his music daily on a variety of platforms.
Thanks, David, for being you!
January 5th, 2010 at 7:30 am
He is a real role model for us all who can quietly sight unseen make a difference in the lives of those around us. He is inspiring a whole generation of youth to do for others and reminding us older ones to not stop but keep on keeping on.
January 5th, 2010 at 8:20 am
No words to say how wonderful man he is, I am in my 60,and leaving very far from him but through your site (FOD) I always knew all the news about him, I cannot do my job if i will not have a news from him, by the way my leaving here in LEBANON..
January 5th, 2010 at 8:24 am
want to correct something I am living here in Lebanon, and living very far from him, so sorry for my spelling, so excited about David, and i am his forever fans………….
January 5th, 2010 at 9:15 am
David is truly an inspiration to everyone. He has so much love in his heart and gives it freely through his music. I have been fortunate enough to see this young man perform in concert several times and he just leaves you with such a good feeling that it stays with you. His beautiful soothing voice will around for a long, long time. No words describe his talent.
January 5th, 2010 at 12:54 pm
Thanks for your wonderful story. Please give my regards to your Grandmother and let her know that she visited by an angel. Our very special ANGEL No words can describe how his singing and his hugh heart has been such an inspiration to so many people. I have seen him several times now and he just makes my heaart sooooo happy. What a thrill it is to follow his career ,watching him grow more and more each day.Can’t wait to see what wonderful things he does next. He is such a GIFT.
January 5th, 2010 at 2:10 pm
Awesome story! Luv David for his heart of gold!!
January 5th, 2010 at 11:10 pm
David Archuleta ROCKS…and yes he is a celebrity w/ good values!!!!
January 5th, 2010 at 11:37 pm
Thanks so much for sharing this story and picture. I’m so happy your grandma got to experience this. What a great example David is of doing something for the right reason and not to get recognition or glory. He’s made me a better person and he made my Christmas so much calmer this year.
February 19th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
Great blog. Keep up the good writing.
May 11th, 2010 at 8:25 am
Such a heart warming story. David is truly one of a kind!