choking: Nationals Park beer vendor saves choking child

http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/big_league_stew/post/Ballpark-hero-Nationals-Park-beer-vendor-saves-?urn=mlb-wp17640

It's concerning to hear how long the situation played out before someone — anyone — took charge to help the young child. And it's very scary to consider what the outcome could have been if Marlow had not come along. I would strongly encourage anyone who has not been trained in performing the Heimlich, CPR and other life-saving procedures to consider taking the small amount of time it requires to either become certified, or simply become familiar enough to be comfortable taking action in a similar emergency.

That's what Marlow did; He once took a free CPR class at a local college, Steinberg writes, because he thought it might come in handy some day. And it might not surprise you to learn that Marlow's "day" job begins at 3 a.m. and involves caring for patients with Parkinson's disease. Morrow says it's just in his nature to help people.

You just never know when a similar situation will play out around you, or even involving someone you love. It's always better to be safe and prepared than to be sorry.

Right now, we're all very thankful Emmanuel Marlow took the time and was prepared to do what was right. That is what makes a hero.