Yesterday morning(03 Jul 15), after Ellefoxie and I pulled into a parking spot at our local Wally-World, an elderly couple pulled up and parked in front of us and I noticed he proudly displayed both Retired U.S. Air Force and Vietnam Veteran on the front of his vehicle. By my calculations this would make this gentleman at least 10-15 years older than me. As I got out of my car to retrieve a shopping cart to help my wife steady herself for the long walk ahead, this gentleman got out of his vehicle, walked to the back, lifted the back door as I approached and leaned over and quietly thanked him for his service. He looked up from what he was doing, a slight smile appeared as he said "Well, Thank You". I continued across the parking lot to get the cart and when I was heading back to my waiting wife I noticed he had taken out a wheel chair and was helping his wife into the chair.
I know it was only a simple, heartfelt gesture on my part but it made me feel good and I hope he did as well. |