Elderly Man Touches Many Hearts for Making a Living Despite Old Age
An elderly man selling rambutan and durian outside a popular fast food chain went viral and touches many hearts online.
Recently, Lucky Java, a Facebook user, shared photos of an elderly vendor who was seen selling rambutan and durian outside a popular fast food chain. The post garnered various reactions from the social media users.
In the photos, the old man can be seen setting up his small stand by the entrance of the restaurant. Despite his age, he continues to work under the heat, hoping that passersby would stop to buy his fruits.
The vendor who was struggling to arrange his goods moved the netizen so deeply that he decided to buy him a meal, even though he was in a rush after his work shift. Many people expressed sadness over seeing elderly people still working so hard just to survive.
Others admired the man’s determination and resilience, saying that he deserved more support and recognition.
According to the post, the old vendor can often be found outside the same fast food branch in Silay City, but unfortunately, not many people stop to buy from him.
Here is the full post:
“I was about to order my lunch at McDo when I saw Tatay carefully setting up his small stand of rambutan and durian. While I was eating, even though I was so hungry after duty, I couldn’t take another bite because my eyes kept going back to him and struggling just to assemble his goods. My heart couldn’t take it, so without hesitation, I offered a small act of kindness by buying him lunch. Yes, I was almost late for duty huhuhu but moments like this remind me what truly matters. It breaks my heart seeing our elders still working so hard just to get by.
If you ever pass by McDonald’s here in Silay City, please support Tatay. He told me he’s always there, but sadly, only a few people stop to buy from him. My heart is overflowing after seeing his genuine smile. Truly, even the smallest act of kindness can change someone’s day.
Go, go, go Tatay! May God continue to bless you more abundantly.”
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The internet users expressed their reactions to the post:
