
My Unsung Hero
Gary Dietz's Story
Dec 5, 2023
A father shares a heartwarming story of gratitude towards four kind strangers who helped his son with special needs during a day out. The speaker talks about a challenging experience with their son's physical meltdown and encountering kindness from a bartender and an Uber driver. They also share a moment of compassion and help received at a cafe when they were in need of water.
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- A perceptive ferry ticket taker showed compassion towards Gary's son with special needs during a family day out in Boston.
- An empathetic Uber driver named Mohammed understood and reassured Gary during a challenging situation with his son, creating a more comfortable experience for the family.
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Perceptive and Compassionate Ferry Worker
During a day trip to Boston, Gary and his family encountered a perceptive and compassionate woman who was taking tickets on the ferry. She sensed that something was amiss with Gary's son, Alexander, who has a rare genetic condition causing behavioral challenges. In a subtle yet compassionate act, she waved them by, making the ferry ride more bearable for the family.
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