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A Vietnam veteran from Florida named Mike Esmond understood what it was like to live a life of hardship. Back then, he and his three daughters went through a very cold Christmas when their heat and power were shut off due to nonpayment. To prevent other families from going through the same, he paid for
Christmas is a season of giving. And for a group of friends who dined in at Cracker Barrel, they came to do just that for a long-time server at the restaurant. Janet Ballard has been with the Dublin, Georgia, location of the chain for more than a decade. She was enjoying a normal day at
Even the smallest acts of kindness can have a huge impact on another person’s day, and this delivery driver who experienced it firsthand from one of his customers will prove to you how true that is. For the past four or five years, Kathy Ouma has maintained a holiday tradition of giving. During this busy
Instead of issuing her a ticket, this Milwaukee police officer decided to provide car seats to a mother of five to keep her kids safe. Having babies and children in the family could bring a lot of joy to a household. Little as they are, these tots have a natural ability to make our hearts
When Andrew Levy discovered children who could barely afford their school lunch, he decided to act. He made a difference after seeing a Facebook post showing how over 400 kids in Jupiter, Florida didn’t have any access to proper lunch due to their families struggling to pay their children’s lunch bills. It was Angie Vyas-Knight,
When this homeless man tried to shave his beard using a puddle, the police officer who was nearby instantly reached out to assist him. Jill Metiva Schafer was about to leave Comerica Park when she witnessed a beautiful scene unfold before her. A homeless man on the side of the road was struggling to shave
Amid a scorching heat wave, this convenience store in northern Mexico accommodated a homeless dog who needed a refuge from the high temperatures. One day, Adolfo Pazzi Ahumada noticed that he was out of milk at home. Although there was a 104°F heat wave outside, he decided to brave the scorching temperature and drop by
Myles Kerr knew that being a Marine comes with a lot of responsibility, but despite the huge weight he has on his shoulders, he has not forgotten the essence of being a public servant – that of being human. Six years ago, a photo of a Marine and a young boy running a marathon immediately
According to statistics, around 40 million people in America struggle with poverty-related hunger. Despite this unfortunate reality, access to food is something that most of us tend to take for granted. Individuals who are in this situation have no choice but to rely on the compassion of others. And when this army veteran learned about
Whenever we visit food establishments, we expect to receive two things – a satisfying meal and great customer service. But this particular customer at a Five Guys in Detroit got more than the usual courtesy granted to a patron. Thanks to this amazing restaurant general manager and his staff. In June, the Greektown Five Guys
These three cops might have been unknown before, until a good deed of theirs made its way into social media. People who have never been through extreme hunger tend to underestimate what it can cause to individuals who have. This desire must be satisfied or if not, it can lead some to commit crimes that
Getting older entails experiencing a few bodily changes that are not so ideal – white hair, wrinkles, and for some, weight gain. But aside from looks, another thing that goes away as you reach an advanced age is your youthful strength. Yes, the years may have made you wiser, but they have also rendered you
