I was driving home from running errands when one of the guys on the street corner caught my attention. He was an older man and was wearing a Veteran’s hat. I went through my purse and had a $10 and some change. I gave him the change. I got his attention just as the light turned green, he noticed as well so he hurried over so we wouldn’t upset traffic. He had a severe limp and such a sweet face. As our hands touched and he said, “Thank you, God bless you” I was ashamed that I didn’t give him more. I started to drive home and all I could think about was Emma. So I turned around, bought him some Raising Cane’s and went back to the light. For a moment I was the only one at the light so I had the chance to talk to him for a few minutes. I said, “Do you like Raising Cane’s and Dr. Pepper? I grabbed a quick lunch.” He said he liked anything. I asked if he served in Vietnam. He had. He and a comrade were walking through the jungle when the guy behind him stepped on a landmine, he obviously didn’t make it, and this guy had his whole back side blown off. “That’s why I have the limp.” I thanked him for his service and drove off since the light turned green. I wish our Vietnam vets had been treated more like heroes when they came home. #forouremma
Vietnam Vet
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Thank you for your kindness and thank you so much for sharing your story. It feels so good, and even that simple chat you had with him is something that is memorable. Thank you again.