America's Friendliest Hometown

[SouthOfTheBorder]

A few of our golf group stopped for lunch after our round today. As we drove into the parking lot I noticed a fire truck parked nearby. It appeared to be off duty, no flashing lights, but still caused a little concern. Anyway we ended up being seated next to four fire fighters also having lunch.

At some point our server turned to the fire fighter's table and said (with a big smile in her voice) “By the way fellows, one of our customers has paid for all your meals. No checks for you today”

Needless to say the four were surprised and grateful. They quizzed her a little but she held firm as whoever had picked up the tab wished to remain anonymous. As the four left you could see an extra spring in their step and they continued to chat about what had just happened.

It left us with a good feeling and even a little proud of what took place, even though our only connection was our seating location.

If the person who picked up the check happens to read this, you are very special!

Just wanted to share one little story from America’s Friendliest Hometown. :)

Don

[dbussone]

A few of our golf group stopped for lunch after our round today. As we drove into the parking lot I noticed a fire truck parked nearby. It appeared to be off duty, no flashing lights, but still caused a little concern. Anyway we ended up being seated next to four fire fighters also having lunch.



At some point our server turned to the fire fighter's table and said (with a big smile in her voice) “By the way fellows, one of our customers has paid for all your meals. No checks for you today”



Needless to say the four were surprised and grateful. They quizzed her a little but she held firm as whoever had picked up the tab wished to remain anonymous. As the four left you could see an extra spring in their step and they continued to chat about what had just happened.



It left us with a good feeling and even a little proud of what took place, even though our only connection was our seating location.



If the person who picked up the check happens to read this, you are very special!



Just wanted to share one little story from America’s Friendliest Hometown. :)



Don



Thanks to the group who paid the check! We are blessed to have TVPSD protecting us. [emoji41]


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[Blessed2BNTV]

Wonderful story! Thank you for posting!

We need more good news!

[CowBubba]

A little love and respect can go a long way.

[graciegirl]

Thank you for starting my day so beautifully.

[TidalWalkers]

So happy to hear these heart-warming stories about our great hometown! All the crazies seem to grab the attention but there are so many good Samaritans here and so many that do random acts of kindness everyday for others! Kudos to the people you paid their bill!

[Bay Kid]

Life is good

[Taltarzac725]

A few of our golf group stopped for lunch after our round today. As we drove into the parking lot I noticed a fire truck parked nearby. It appeared to be off duty, no flashing lights, but still caused a little concern. Anyway we ended up being seated next to four fire fighters also having lunch.

At some point our server turned to the fire fighter's table and said (with a big smile in her voice) “By the way fellows, one of our customers has paid for all your meals. No checks for you today”

Needless to say the four were surprised and grateful. They quizzed her a little but she held firm as whoever had picked up the tab wished to remain anonymous. As the four left you could see an extra spring in their step and they continued to chat about what had just happened.

It left us with a good feeling and even a little proud of what took place, even though our only connection was our seating location.

If the person who picked up the check happens to read this, you are very special!

Just wanted to share one little story from America’s Friendliest Hometown. :)

Don

That's a nice story. :BigApplause:

[rjn5656]

Very nice. Thank you to the person or persons who did this

[jsw14]

Now that story made my day. Thanks Don.. :clap2:

[Abby10]

Great story! High five to the anonymous bill payer(s) and thank you, OP, for sharing what you experienced with all of us.

[patfla06]

That's a great story!
You just made my day.

[Bonny]

That is wonderful ! Thank you for sharing!!!

[Chi-Town]

I am not surprised. So many here are giving and thankful.

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[John_W]

Was this Thursday at Fiesta Grande? We were eating when four firefighters came in and sat nearby. The place was packed by the time we left. It's nice to see something like this happen.

[Gpsma]

That is wonderful!

How about we do this for the guys from Waste Management too.? After all they do a necessary job each week....how about we give them some gift certificates for a nice meal.

lets stop forgetting everyone else besides cops and fireman that make our life comfortable and safe.

[CWGUY]

That is wonderful!

How about we do this for the guys from Waste Management too.? After all they do a necessary job each week....how about we give them some gift certificates for a nice meal.

lets stop forgetting everyone else besides cops and fireman that make our life comfortable and safe.

:thumbup: I heard the over/under was 20.... glad I took under, this was post 16!

[Mleeja]

That is wonderful!

How about we do this for the guys from Waste Management too.? After all they do a necessary job each week....how about we give them some gift certificates for a nice meal.

lets stop forgetting everyone else besides cops and fireman that make our life comfortable and safe.

They do deserve our thanks. I have left unopened bottle of water for them on hot days. There is a difference, they are not going to run into a burning building for you or step in front of a bullet like fire or police men or women.

I guess the best way to approach this is to be respectful of all the folks that provide us a wonderful life here in TV.

[Fred R]

Paying it forward is always a good idea. Bless his or her heart.

[fw102807]

Excellent post. Thank you for sharing. My husband is a retired firefighter and we have also been on th receiving end of their services when they responded for a heart emergency. God bless them and this kind person.

[CowBubba]

Very nice jesture

[CowBubba]

Sorry, I wanted to add, don't forget our military and the policemen and policewoman.