"You're the Real Hero: Johnny's First Christmas Without Dad" is a heartfelt and poignant story that shines a light on the unique challenges faced by military families, particularly children, when a loved one is deployed.

As Johnny navigates his first Christmas without his dad, he learns valuable lessons about resilience, community, and the importance of support. Through Johnny's story, this book aims to inspire communities to come together and show appreciation for the sacrifices made by military families.

We believe that it's our responsibility as a community to support those who serve and their loved ones. By reading Johnny's story, we hope to raise awareness about the impact of military separation on families and encourage communities to provide emotional support, practical help, and a sense of connection.

Let's come together to show our appreciation for military families! By supporting them, we can make a real difference in their lives. "You're the Real Hero" is a call to action, inspiring us to be there for those who serve and their families.

This book is a must-read for military families, educators, community leaders, and anyone who wants to make a positive impact on the lives of those who serve.

About the author
Melvina is a devoted mother, wife, daughter, aunt, sister, friend, and veteran Airman. She's raised three amazing sons, a loving husband of 29 years of marriage, and proudly served 32 years in the US Air Force.

As a seasoned leader, Melvina believes that investing in young minds is crucial for shaping a brighter future. Drawing from her own journey, she shares her inspiring story of how a young girl's imagination and determination led her from success to significance as a senior enlisted leader in the Air Force.

Through her experiences, Melvina hopes to ignite imagination, confidence, and purpose in the hearts of young readers everywhere!