00:00When two Idaho Sheriff's deputies stopped to grab a bite to eat, they thought they would be in and
00:04out of the restaurant without much fuss. It all changed, however, when their server decided to
00:09slip them an unexpected note. Two Madison County Sheriff deputies were eating lunch on a Tuesday
00:14afternoon, when they got a bit of an unexpected surprise to go along with their meal. Rather than
00:20just receiving their tab at Fresco's Kitchen and Grill in Ricksburg, their server decided a
00:25heartfelt note, expressing her gratitude was also in order, but she didn't stop there.
00:30The server decided to pick up their tab as well, which she revealed in a sincere thank
00:34you note to the deputies, who were expecting their bill. I know it's not even close to
00:39enough, but this one's on me as a small thank you, then a read, according to Como News. You
00:44guys sacrifice so much for us, and I greatly appreciate it. A great big thank you to all
00:50the men and women who serve us. Have a great day. The deputies were touched by the thank
00:55you note from their server, who graciously paid the tab for their lunch, and they weren't
00:59alone. Apparently, their co-workers were moved by the gesture as well, prompting the sheriff's
01:04office to write a note of their own. Taking a social media with an image of the server's
01:09kind gesture, the deputy's supervisor wrote a post expressing their gratitude.
01:14Once again, the incredible support from our community shines. This is a photo of the note
01:19left on the tab of two of our deputies by their server at Fresco's Kitchen and Grill after they had
01:24lunch this afternoon, the Madison County Sheriff's Office wrote on their Facebook page, alongside an
01:29image of the server's note. We cannot express our gratitude enough. This is always unexpected and
01:36always hits the heartstrings of all of us here at the sheriff's office, the post continued. We love
01:41our great community and are proud to serve here. We know we have immense support from the community,
01:46but it still comes as such an unexpected surprise when such kindness is extended to us.
01:51The post concluded with a warm thank you, specifically directed to the selfless server.
01:56To whomever it was that did this kind and generous deed, thank you. Thank you as a sheriff's office,
02:02and thank you as their supervisor. It gives me great comfort knowing that there are others who are
02:07watching over and caring for our deputies. Of course, the sweet gesture was commended as an
02:12awesome way to pay it forward by social media users, proving it's the little things that make a
02:17difference. And it's no wonder such a small thing has a big impact, since it's a great break from
02:21the troubling stories that too often plague our news, involving law enforcement officers and the
02:26scrutiny, discrimination, and even violence they too often face. When a cop can't even stop to get a
02:32drink, without worrying about the person behind the counter defouling it in some obscene or
02:36disrespectful way. It's nice to know that there are plenty of members of the public, as well as the
02:41food service industry, who recognize that the vast majority of police officers are actually kind,
02:47compassionate, and caring people who want to do their job, and make it home safely as well.
02:52It has to be hard to protect and serve when you feel hated by the very people you are protecting
02:57and serving. Not to mention having to fear for your life. Not knowing whether someone with an
03:02anti-cop mentality is going to ambush you. It must provide at least a small comfort, however,
03:07to receive a reminder that there are those who appreciate your willingness to put your life on
03:12the line for others. Perhaps we should all take a lesson from this waitress, and remember to show
03:17more gratitude towards those who keep our communities safe. It's a tough job that's seldom given the
03:22appreciation it deserves. Kudos to those brave men and women who are willing to suit up and do it,
03:28and a heartfelt thank you to those who step up to show them the support.
