If you're a Chick-fil-A fan, you know that you won't be getting a chicken sandwich on a Sunday. The chain recently made a rare exception, though, and opened one Alabama location on a Sunday to allow a young teen with autism to celebrate his birthday.

According to FOX News, Elijah Sprague wanted to ring in his 14th birthday at Chick-fil-A (his favorite Mobile restaurant) "by fulfilling his dream of working the drive-thru." The teen's uncle, Walt Gilstrap, is the general manager at the location. He and the owner made the decision to open Chick-fil-A's doors for that special Sunday.

The birthday boy certainly was busy—about 40 cars came to the drive-thru (including his friends) to receive a cookie from Elijah, his mother Rene Sprague told WKRG. Elijah's choice at Chick-fil-A is the grilled chicken and all the sauces.



Afterwards, his friends and family celebrated with party and cookie cake. "The way people love this kid amazes me. It has truly changed the way I live my life. Loving people with your whole heart, judgements aside and with no anticipation of rewards. Thank to you to every single person that loves our Elijah," Rene posted on Facebook. Rene told Delish that Elijah has an awesome sense of humor, and that he "loves to ride horses, hip hop dancing, elevators and Ellen Degeneres." We hope 14 is filled with all your favorite things, Elijah!

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