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Destiny Carreno
16 September at 18:26 · Edited ·
Seeing this today brought tears to my eyes! Compassion has NOT gone out of style.
Today I made a quick stop at McDonald's after work. As I waited in line to order, an elderly handicapped gentleman wheeled himself over to the cashier in front of me. From what I perceived, the gentleman may have had a case of quadriplegia, the same medical condition my uncle has.
The man politely tried to ask the cashier something and it took him a few tries before either of us could understand he was saying "Help me please". Neither of us knew what help he needed, and the cashier suggested a few things before he figured out the gentleman needed help cutting and eating his meal.
To be honest, I thought the cashier wasn't going to help, especially during rush hour in downtown Chicago, but to my shock, he shut down his register and disappeared from view....
Not to get away from helping him, but to wash his hands and put gloves on! I had to stick around and see how this would play out, especially since it hit me so close to home with my own uncle.
The cashier came out from the kitchen, sat down, and began cutting the man's meal and helped him eat.
At that point, the tears started to gather in my eyes. My heart was so appreciative for what he did. I couldn't contain my emotions in the crowded restaurant.
This employee, who put everything on hold for this man, went above and beyond his responsibilties to help this handicapped customer out. That was the kindest and most humble thing I had ever seen.
How many shares and likes can Kenny the cashier get for his awesome service for those in need?
#?McDonald's #13838 #?Compassion #?SocialResponsibility
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=426188214250401&set=a.107258939476665.1073741828.100005776772002&type=3
http://www.itv.com/news/2015-09-24/mcdonalds-worker-closes-till-to-help-disabled-man-eat/
http://wgntv.com/2015/09/24/chicago-mcdonalds-employee-helps-disabled-man-cut-eat-meal-in-viral-photo/
shenmue
(38,506 posts)MissDeeds
(7,499 posts)This young man exemplifies the best in human nature. Wow. Big tears here.
Hatchling
(2,323 posts)and I think my allergies are acting up. (sniff)
NoJusticeNoPeace
(5,018 posts)This person in the video has more humanity and is more deserving of riches than every single person on Wall Street.
padfun
(1,786 posts)He is a poor man. The only thing he has is money.
nilram
(2,888 posts)I sure as hell wouldn't want to sit by him.
Rex
(65,616 posts)It seems that those with the least, care the most. I've walked in those shoes and understand completely.
BlueJazz
(25,348 posts)niyad
(113,325 posts)jberryhill
(62,444 posts)onethatcares
(16,169 posts)he has a heart.
Omaha Steve
(99,655 posts)It only let me have 1 R!
Erich Bloodaxe BSN
(14,733 posts)but I hope Kenny doesn't get fired for shutting his till down to help the guy.
Elmer S. E. Dump
(5,751 posts)riderinthestorm
(23,272 posts)vanlassie
(5,675 posts)erronis
(15,286 posts)who was testing the humanity of the people.
Thanks to the employee and thanks to the original commenter.
Without a lot of christian love in my heart, I'll bet no republicans would bother.
rurallib
(62,416 posts)possibly cutting off aid for this man. Well, gotta do it or Planned Parenthood will get money to keep helping women.
Solly Mack
(90,769 posts)mcar
(42,334 posts)for today.
Thank you, kpete.
Milliesmom
(493 posts)To a change of consciousness .
you are right
peace,
kp
Delphinus
(11,831 posts)for saying that. I sincerely hope you are right.
flygal
(3,231 posts)I see it more and more each day. Especially with the shift in the wealth to the top - we are left taking care of each other.
F4lconF16
(3,747 posts)I think it's true. Hate is only eating itself
Le Taz Hot
(22,271 posts)frylock
(34,825 posts)Javaman
(62,530 posts)joanbarnes
(1,722 posts)Angry Dragon
(36,693 posts)matt819
(10,749 posts)That the cashier was fired.
kcr
(15,317 posts)matt819
(10,749 posts)There is decency and/or common sense. Well done to all.
WillyT
(72,631 posts)colorado_ufo
(5,734 posts)Pope Francis, Bernie Sanders, more acts of compassion and courage, and the Dalai Lama is still alive. St. Malachy predicted that Pope Francis would be the last pope, and with him the end of the world. I would like to think that it would be the end of the world as it was and the beginning of a better era, perhaps one that would not require the leadership of a pope.
Liberal_in_LA
(44,397 posts)valerief
(53,235 posts)Glassunion
(10,201 posts)valerief
(53,235 posts)The employee wasn't amazing (although very kind). The fact he wasn't fired is amazing.