Young man walks 10 miles in snow for job interview - Gets Hired by Man who gives him lift!

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  • An INSPIRING story of a young man who sets out on a 10 mile hike in the snow and cold for a job interview - and gets hired by the man who gives him a lift - who is so touched by his fortitude, old-fashioned values and pluck!
    18 year old Jhaqueil Reagan set out on a 10 mile hike across Indianapolis in the cold and snow, for a job interview at a Dairy Queen.
    Art Bouvier, a local restaurant owner to whom he had asked directions, saw him trudging on the side of the road, and offered him a lift.
    Along the way, Jhaqueil explained that he was going to a job interview at a local Dairy Queen, that he dropped out of school to support his brothers and sisters after his mother died two years ago, and didn't have money for bus fare.
    Hearing his story, and touched by his old-fashioned values and fortitude -- Art hires him for his restaurant, Papa Roux.
    The story of the young man and the restaurant owner has gone viral on Facebook - and now been covered by international news!
    We can ALL make this a better and kinder world - one person at a time. Join our community where Everyone Matters! www.everyone-matters.com/donate
    Here's the link to the news story: goo.gl/zpVgI
    You can also give thumbs up to the restaurant - / paparouxfanclub
    We can ALL make this a better and kinder world - one person at a time.

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  • @billybob7767
    @billybob7767 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3123

    We all know that 95% of us would never walk 10 miles in gorgeous weather, let alone snow and ice!!!! That's dedication!

    • @thekurtmagirt
      @thekurtmagirt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Billy Bob That’s at least a 5 hour walk on a good day. I can be honest, not for that job. For a dream job, now that’s a different story.

    • @Alex-or7sz
      @Alex-or7sz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@thekurtmagirt 5 hour walk? I walk home 2+ miles a day and it takes me 35 minutes. Not running or speed walking.
      Maybe a 3.5 hour walk if that

    • @robhoward9614
      @robhoward9614 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@Alex-or7sz yeah I was thinking about 3.5 hrs in good weather. Maybe 5 hours in poor weather.

    • @jaminesonymorgan8428
      @jaminesonymorgan8428 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I did it in 1988 from whangarei to Auckland for a job interview it took me 5 days to Walk but I did it and they asked me how i said i walk even in 2019 they thank I'm still Crazy and back then I was 16 years old and now I'm 47 years old going on 48 I'll do it again if I have to nothing will stop me not even my age.

    • @spexx671
      @spexx671 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Billy Bob I actually done it in a blizzard got hired that day I was so happy I finally got a job at age 19 I’m 30 now

  • @JohnSmith.1
    @JohnSmith.1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +480

    The guy who gave him a ride is a great person we need more people like this seriously

    • @gvshe996
      @gvshe996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah. We all can be like this. 💪😊

    • @Roland_Bishop
      @Roland_Bishop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Reminds me of Dana white

    • @carmenowens3375
      @carmenowens3375 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      John, something tells me that you are that type of person as well.

    • @marionferguson9941
      @marionferguson9941 ปีที่แล้ว

      God put these 2 men together i do believe xx Amen xx

    • @loganthomas7379
      @loganthomas7379 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Roland_BishopExcept for the fact that this guy is an exceptionally compassionate and loving human being yea

  • @MrCampfires
    @MrCampfires 3 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    Loved what the employer had to say on the job offer phone call: "I don't think I can afford to pass ou up". The young man is an inspiration.

    • @jeremylee5990
      @jeremylee5990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      .... and today Biden voters who are lazy human debris that are paid NOT to work.

    • @generalbucknaked3080
      @generalbucknaked3080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Jeremy Lee... Theres alwaysss that one guy smh

    • @Roland_Bishop
      @Roland_Bishop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      he made that kids day

  • @urwifemykid1203
    @urwifemykid1203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +520

    I had to walk 9 miles 4 days a week from Marks Tey to Colchester after receiving an apprenticeship on track shovelling on the railway. I was unemployed and homeless. 5 years later I'm a engineering planner on a good in come. Employers whom see and watch those who struggle but persist and do not complain find it humbling. You learn values in life and mature much quicker, and are often called an old soul because you have had it rough. Much respect to the gentlemen and its a dying breed these days.

    • @hunterwf4588
      @hunterwf4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Much respect friend. I work at an Amazon Distribution Center and walk five and a half miles to work for four days of the week. I work ten hour shifts each day and ride the bus home. I have to trek through a bad part of town to get into the next town where it's located. I have also experienced homelessness. I had a job when I was homeless which was horrible, but I still went. I was on the streets for six months of my life, never again. I worked at a fast food restaurant for three years before working for Amazon. I am currently twenty-four and have a goal to receive my CDL next year after a full year with Amazon as they will pay for the school up to ninety-five percent. One day, I'll have my own truck, establish my own company and become self-employed. People lack drive, it's sad!

    • @jameswest4692
      @jameswest4692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hum really? Couldn't have got the bus or train? Maybe you were working nights i dont know. But theres a travelodge right nearby if you were homeless which once you recieved a paycheck you could have used, maybe this was many years ago?
      I walked the nine miles home from Braintree to Chelmsford for a job interview- was night no transport home, told the guy i was doing so too, still didnt get job!

    • @hunterwf4588
      @hunterwf4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@jameswest4692 The job starts at 1:20 am to 11:50 am. The bus doesn't run until then. And yes, I mentioned above it was three years ago

    • @jameswest4692
      @jameswest4692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hunterwf4588 I was responding to the initial poster, who mentioned a walk from Mark's Tey to Colchester, quite close to me, i know the area well.
      Anyway wasn't it possible to catch the last bus/train which is usually about 11ish and then arrive to work early and maybe sit in the rest room at least saving the walk?

    • @hunterwf4588
      @hunterwf4588 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jameswest4692 I see. The way the post was written I thought you were replying to me. To answer your question, no! Reason being is the route that stops a mile down the road from the warehouse ends much earlier than other routes.

  • @BobCat981
    @BobCat981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1744

    "i don't think i can afford to pass you up, man"
    that's not a boss. that's an employeer!

    • @Jokertuning
      @Jokertuning 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      He's.definitely an employer not just a boss when a kid like that walks 10 miles on snow amd left school to care for his brothers and sisters he was.right couldn't afford.to pass this teen up.for emploment

    • @whoopshoopadoop8900
      @whoopshoopadoop8900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I'd hire him too after seeing this level of commitment. Turn-over sucks ass, so when u see someone like this you wanna snatch them up

    • @ArchangelExile
      @ArchangelExile 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's not an employer, that's a master!

    • @luanne5926
      @luanne5926 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      What's an employeer?

    • @adamsamuel6706
      @adamsamuel6706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One step above an employer

  • @JLB456
    @JLB456 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2188

    This is why we cannot let small businesses go under in America. This establishment deserves every single patron in that city due to this manager's actions!
    This is America right here.
    God Bless. 🇺🇸

    • @jacksonirving4594
      @jacksonirving4594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Same in England.. Too many small businesses struggling.

    • @monkeyfunk8371
      @monkeyfunk8371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Everybody need to stop buying from Amazon. Not only are they killing small business, in the next few years they will lay off all the staff and replace them with robots. So there will be no jobs for anyone.

    • @MinhaFamiliaAQBJJ
      @MinhaFamiliaAQBJJ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@monkeyfunk8371 this escalated quite fast

    • @monkeyfunk8371
      @monkeyfunk8371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MinhaFamiliaAQBJJ ?

    • @engleburghumperdinck7868
      @engleburghumperdinck7868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jaqen H'ghar AMEN BROTHER!

  • @jamesray9009
    @jamesray9009 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Nearly a decade later I'm still hoping that this young man is killin it!!

    • @aedthlp6292
      @aedthlp6292 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I googled him and he is the CEO of his company where he does motivational speeches.

  • @StarlingASMR
    @StarlingASMR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +196

    I really hope his life turned for the better 💜

    • @AdamL2326
      @AdamL2326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @j why even bother speaking if that's all you have to say? Oh.... your one of those people who needs to shit on other people to feel better about their shit life. Gotcha. Grow up kid.

    • @keefqc842
      @keefqc842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@user-ic6kv7dj4x you are a disgrace to humans. It disgusts me to even think im a human when people like you walk this earth. Grow up. Worry about yourself. Live and let live.

    • @charlenekociuba7396
      @charlenekociuba7396 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pterodactylwarrior7208 sad. I hope you found a way and a place that appreciates and values you.

    • @Drummer_Jeff83
      @Drummer_Jeff83 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He seems to be doing pretty good for himself. According to his LinkedIn profile, he is an author and motivational speaker

  • @crsmith9988
    @crsmith9988 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1775

    The man who hired him is a “real” human being.

    • @kwonderland89
      @kwonderland89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Amen.

    • @tobystevens9183
      @tobystevens9183 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Amen

    • @laslw
      @laslw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Amen

    • @rickreynolds4009
      @rickreynolds4009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Art you are a great guy for what you’re doing for this young man god will bless you and your family for help him, god bless you Art

    • @greeneggsnham8367
      @greeneggsnham8367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      the kid has much more character than the owner.. its obvious that that owner was exploiting the kids for free advertising.

  • @DivineSimply
    @DivineSimply 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2767

    Amazing kid. He's been through shit, but there's no self-pity, no anger, no sense of what he thinks he's entitled to. He's already a grown-up - more so than some grown-ups.

    • @robertstroud7561
      @robertstroud7561 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      More so than MOST, no?

    • @DivineSimply
      @DivineSimply 7 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      You said it, I didn't . . . but I'm glad you did. So I'll say it too: More so than most.

    • @virginiaryno2631
      @virginiaryno2631 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      DivineSimply- All you have to do is read some posts on this thread. It's sad how a humanitarian post can lead to such selfish, uneducated words, that reflect on their quality of life.

    • @margief1798
      @margief1798 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      DivineSimply ...everyone has a sad story.

    • @DivineSimply
      @DivineSimply 7 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      For sure. But how we react to difficulty is the spiritual test. This kid passes with an A+.

  • @THE.MICHAEL.ANGELO
    @THE.MICHAEL.ANGELO ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It's 2022! I'm so interested on how Jhaqueil had his siblings are doing now. This is so awesome and rare that you find a teen with old fashioned and strong family values! Bravo to this young man!

  • @janiebaker9223
    @janiebaker9223 5 ปีที่แล้ว +416

    And bless the great hearted lady that gave him the bus tickets

    • @bassinbillRC5300
      @bassinbillRC5300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      If I could locate Paula Haskin, I would like to send her a Domino's pizza certificate via Pay Pal for her generosity.

    • @ratatattat3900
      @ratatattat3900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Mike toni yup ur right blue lives DONT matter

    • @ratatattat3900
      @ratatattat3900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @A A blue lives aren’t real, and all lives can’t matter until black lives matter

    • @beardedkicks4549
      @beardedkicks4549 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ratatattat3900 lol yea right

  • @agoraphobicadam1171
    @agoraphobicadam1171 7 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    You can't keep a good man down.Way to go young man.

  • @clinteastwood5355
    @clinteastwood5355 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    That young man has amazing morales, values and a heart of gold! Young people today should all take notes from him!

  • @SmallGuyonTop
    @SmallGuyonTop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    My grandpa at 10 years old went to work in the logging camp to support his mother and 5 siblings in Minnesota. He put them all through college. WHAT A MAN HE WAS! There are people who take responsibility seriously, more than you imagine.

    • @assassinssubject17
      @assassinssubject17 ปีที่แล้ว

      dame that's incredible if true

    • @josevaladez1751
      @josevaladez1751 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Midwestern work ethic for ya. Growing up in South Dakota, I saw a lot of people who unfortunately didn't get a "normal" childhood. Days that I doubt a majority of kids now these days could handle. I do not wish those kinds of duties on to a boy but it does tend to build a solid foundation for the rest of their life. Sounds like he was a great man! 👍 thanks for the inspiration

    • @rockon8174
      @rockon8174 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your Grandpa had one lazy mother! 😐

  • @chrisreddy8958
    @chrisreddy8958 7 ปีที่แล้ว +280

    this reminds me of my first cooking job, I didn't trek 10 miles, but I've had problems keeping work longer then 6 months, I have mental disabilities that limit me, and I told straight up at the interview I have problems keeping jobs longer then 6 months, and he said, are you a person that's always on time? i said yes, never been late to work once in my life, he said your hired, then 6 months later I had to move to a different house further away, I told.my boss that I need to give my 2 week notice, he took me in to his house with his family so I can stay working for him, this was 3 years ago, and to date I still work there. there's alot of good people in this world, and the thing about having mental disabilities, and being slow at work, he told me first day of work take your time, don't worry about how slow you are, just do it right, and never messed up once, I was promoted to sous chef 1 month ago, and I still live with my boss, I've gone to help this company open new restaraunts all over north America, and a couple in europe, all expenses paid

    • @dylanmmeyerson
      @dylanmmeyerson 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      great story, just out of curiosity since you have been working for him for so long and have been promoted why haven't you gotten your own please? it would seem u have made a successful career.. I'm just curious not trying to come across as rude

    • @chrisreddy8958
      @chrisreddy8958 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      DylanM its expensive, I've tried, but he's like family to me now

    • @dylanmmeyerson
      @dylanmmeyerson 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      thats great, so since you are a more permanent resident with them do you have your own room? sorry for all the questions this story is just very appealing to me and great because of how things turned out

    • @chrisreddy8958
      @chrisreddy8958 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      DylanM yes, I have my own onsweet, bathroom in my room, 2nd biggest room of the house,everything I need

    • @lisabolo26
      @lisabolo26 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What's the name of the restaurant?

  • @ericstarling9982
    @ericstarling9982 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I like both this men.
    I understand the struggle that young man is going through

  • @jeanieferretti4203
    @jeanieferretti4203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    The young man has a good heart, the restaurant owner is an angel and so is the lady that gave him bus passes!!!

  • @ColinRichardson
    @ColinRichardson ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just looked up the distance I walked once, thinking it was a long way... Ended up just being 4 miles 2 miles there, then 2 miles back..
    so yeah, props to that guy doing 10 miles

  • @tobystevens9183
    @tobystevens9183 3 ปีที่แล้ว +588

    He will someday tell his children and grandchildren stories of walking 10 miles in bitter cold and snow for a job...with not one bit of exaggeration!!

    • @jengafet5893
      @jengafet5893 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      And it was up hill both ways!

    • @51-FS
      @51-FS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      But he didn't walk the hole 10 miles...

    • @PadreMortalis
      @PadreMortalis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@51-FS WHY YOU LITTLE-!!!

    • @TheUncleBungle
      @TheUncleBungle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And when his kids & grandkids doubt him, he's got proof

    • @2timothy379
      @2timothy379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      But he got picked up.... Can people from the u.s. not listen and use logic past the title?

  • @anthonygreene5560
    @anthonygreene5560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    The owner of the restaurant... Man you a good dude, you did a tremendous thing. Thank you. And the nice lady giving him the bus pass... Wow. God bless you

  • @moreclips805
    @moreclips805 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As a former foster kid, that’s great you gave him a chance. My boss did the same for me back in 2012 and we are still going strong. Outlook has everything to do with work ethic and this guy seems to have his head screwed on straight. Wish him, and his two siblings, the best.

  • @danv965
    @danv965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    All these people that helped this young man all have Love in there heart. This is a great story.

  • @debbiewessig3688
    @debbiewessig3688 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Just happy tears rolling down my cheeks. Picking him up, giving him a job, and another stranger giving him bus passes. This is the type of town I want to live. My hearts go out to you both for helping this young man.

  • @ggkoutdoors4568
    @ggkoutdoors4568 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Good for him he's a awesome kid👊

  • @earledaniels4539
    @earledaniels4539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is what happens when humanity steps up. This young man deserves everything he will get in life.

  • @britzel71
    @britzel71 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Young man, your mother is so proud of you! Lord bless this young man and the gentleman that you put on his path. I pray other's see this and realize hard work will pay off. I can only imagine the burdens and great struggles this young man has faced!!!

  • @davidmacdonald3103
    @davidmacdonald3103 8 ปีที่แล้ว +573

    Two things struck me. An employer spotted an asset for his business. "The youth of today" are not a lost cause. Kudos all round.

    • @davidveilleux944
      @davidveilleux944 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He saw somebody who was eager to be exploited.

    • @wilhard45
      @wilhard45 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @David -- You sound like some chump that is sponging off the system. Well that is about to end. Jerks like you will find that if you want to eat you will need to get a job to feed yourself. Get used to it snowflake.

    • @davidveilleux944
      @davidveilleux944 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What a childish moron.

    • @edwardcharles9764
      @edwardcharles9764 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      DAVID veilleux yes childish moron indeed ----for your comment on how he saw someone eager to be exploited. It certainly was childish and moronic and before you refer back to my comment - you started it!

    • @robertstroud7561
      @robertstroud7561 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think it would be fair to say that you, david, are just one miserable, stack, of mucky, stinky, shit.

  • @tamatoa8261
    @tamatoa8261 5 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    Here is a young man willing to do whatever it takes to help support his siblings and I have a bunch of lazy useless men who don't show up for work and when they do are worthless.
    I would hire this young man in a heartbeat.

    • @restoretheearth2829
      @restoretheearth2829 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Tama To a +++ This is how Americans were growing up in the 50's and 60's. The 3 H's- Honesty, Hard work and Honor. It is what my parents, aunts and uncles taught me.
      This is why companies in Texas and elsewhere are hiring people in their 60's, 70's and even 80's to work their jobs. They may be slower, but they are honest and usually show up on time. They also can make change for a dollar in their heads without a pencil and paper or a calculator.

    • @ohhaiscott3375
      @ohhaiscott3375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      where do you live? Ill come work for you! Need to make money somehow to support our loved ones! Im a 37 yr old man and Ive walked in down pouring rain, freezing temperatures, and on top of miles to get there. I know how much this means to this young man.

    • @thedarkestnight9600
      @thedarkestnight9600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ive seen women be just as lazy if not more. To worried sbout their nails or facebook to do a little work.

    • @rogerbasterache8325
      @rogerbasterache8325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I know a guy who works cash and drawing welfare he works cash not to pay child support some guy

    • @tamatoa8261
      @tamatoa8261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ohhaiscott3375 I live in Hawaii.

  • @89Dustdevil
    @89Dustdevil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    "Do you have reliable transportation?"
    "Yeah. You."

  • @aracelyherrera8790
    @aracelyherrera8790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love people like that! Thank you for offering the job to this young man.

  • @heidimisfeldt5685
    @heidimisfeldt5685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +186

    That will be one good faithful employee. God bless him and his new boss.

    • @nomadsteve5297
      @nomadsteve5297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Evidence shows that your God is rubbish at blessing people so please don’t waste your time asking as it will only fall on deaf ears

    • @theunisholthuis4212
      @theunisholthuis4212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nomadsteve5297 Please, do show that evidence.

    • @nomadsteve5297
      @nomadsteve5297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@theunisholthuis4212 10,000 children die every day through starvation, do I really need to say any more

    • @theunisholthuis4212
      @theunisholthuis4212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nomadsteve5297 Well, that's a non-argument. But I don't expect anything better any time soon, so don't bother.

    • @nomadsteve5297
      @nomadsteve5297 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theunisholthuis4212 now that’s a typical theist bullshit answer

  • @andrewheale9170
    @andrewheale9170 5 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Glad they kept calling him a man cause he definitely manned up here. Good stuff!

  • @johnbrand1893
    @johnbrand1893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    This young man has an inspirational story for everyone to hear.
    It would be good to know some follow up to his present day circumstances, and good changes that have come his way because of this video. 👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @cindyreid6404
    @cindyreid6404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Wonderful story! Much success to this young man and the business owner that took the time to make a difference in someone else's life. ❤

  • @simonsmith2779
    @simonsmith2779 9 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Well done young man! Pay it forward.

  • @yaboy_milfentertainment3726
    @yaboy_milfentertainment3726 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Every time I don’t wanna go to work I remember this guy! He is my inspiration! What a hard worker and great work ethic!!

  • @margaretwotherspoon566
    @margaretwotherspoon566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    What an inspiring young man well done, and much respect to the man that hired him. Just shows what good people there is in the world.💞

    • @philvacanti1446
      @philvacanti1446 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How does Jaquein get to work everyday? Does Art pick him up?
      Art: "Hey Jaquein, it's Art at the restaurant. It's 9:30. You were supposed to be here half hour ago. Where are you?"
      Jaquein: "I'm walking through the snow. It's really cold out here. Can you pick me up again?"
      Art: "Jesus Fucking Christ!"

    • @carmenowens3375
      @carmenowens3375 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@philvacanti1446 he received a year's worth of bus passes.

  • @glennturnbull5652
    @glennturnbull5652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a lovely fella the store owner is. You just know the young lad will do his best. Best of luck in your lives to both of you.

  • @ronhickey8137
    @ronhickey8137 6 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    You can't judge a man by the way he looks, the clothes he wears or the car he drives. You judge a man by his actions, this is a real man. This man has a real future, because he will do whatever it takes to get the job. Even walk 10 miles in the snow.

    • @justincarroll542
      @justincarroll542 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ron Hickey you better believe it I've was just their 2 years ago it can work I did the same thing

    • @knightsmobile6877
      @knightsmobile6877 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true !

    • @mikehunt8992
      @mikehunt8992 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are soo right, Ron. Never judge a book by its cover! A friend from Norway.

    • @shawnmccarthy7542
      @shawnmccarthy7542 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @El Pacino you might want to watch it again. I think you missed the plot line.

    • @mrluigi9923
      @mrluigi9923 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey guys you forgot something ,he had to walk that far BACK on the return.

  • @1432bird
    @1432bird 9 ปีที่แล้ว +320

    back in the 70's I hitchhiked 10 miles for 40 weekdays to the only jobsite around looking for a job as a laborer before they hired me. I was there at 6:30 every day, it started me on my construction career, I am now a tower crane operator with 28 years in the seat a total 0f 38 years in the construction business

    • @ThugMuffinification
      @ThugMuffinification 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That's amazing! Just more proof incredible things happen when you're determined and willing to do things that aren't always the easiest. 😊 👏

    • @helema23
      @helema23 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      +Michael koen my grandfather dropped out of highschool to join the korean war, and then came back joined a union and became a very good electrician. he then traveled all over the states doing jobs that others turned down and his union picked up, only to get mesothelioma latter in life, and he STILL was able to get around and do what was needed. he even built most of his own shop (i helped a bit so did my dad) and refused to just lay down and wither away, like the doctors wanted him to in his final days. He died while walking to tell my grandma something in the living room a couple days after refusing to be put back in the hospital. He was an electrician up until his late 50s when he had a heart attack and he started when he was 18. Men like yall are so hard to come by these days and it saddens me.....
      Btw they never did give the Korean vets the money they promised and left them to fend for themselves. And my grandpa was actually given an honorary High School diploma a few years before he died.

    • @noahkoenig4447
      @noahkoenig4447 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Michael koen looks like your last name is cut off lol

    • @1432bird
      @1432bird 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      it used to be McKoen (Irish)

    • @MrFalken91
      @MrFalken91 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why did you/your family remove Mc then?

  • @jeffsquires6620
    @jeffsquires6620 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One of the best stories I have heard in a long time.

  • @romystumpy1197
    @romystumpy1197 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This lad is very special in my eyes , he deserves all the support ,he literally went the extra mile to support his siblings.im afraid too many expect handouts but won't put in the effort to help themselves

    • @carolking1502
      @carolking1502 ปีที่แล้ว

      Truly sad that this good man had to close his restaurant.

  • @cheryljackson3776
    @cheryljackson3776 6 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    What a courageous young man walking 10 miles to get a job.He found a job a little bit closer and located work with a kind man. This man believed in this young man and his determination to work. A Great way to keep strong .God will make a way,Amen

    • @kosys5338
      @kosys5338 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      God will make a way? Then why does god not do something about priest raping abusing and molesting children, this god you praise just sits back and lets it happen. Are all the molested children just part of this gods devine master plan? If this god you worship is real, then it is no more than an immoral dictator not worthy of worship. This young mans determination was all his own, god had nothing to do with it. Lets not forget that this so called god took his mother, and left him and his siblings alone to fend for themselves, some god.
      Faith is a realm of ignorance, there is no truth or wisdom to be found in such a place only ignorance. The path to truth is littered with the bodies of the ignorant and the path to atheist is littered with bibles. Free yourself from the fear of god for this fear only exists within the realm of ignorance.

    • @maul5578
      @maul5578 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      kosys the fear of God is wisdom God is the truth God does all things for a reason that we might not understand God will judge all, morals come from God

    • @kosys5338
      @kosys5338 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Just Nea
      Yea I know when it comes to your god the truth hurts. That's why you guys always come up with all kinds of shit like insults instead of answering the damn question. Too bad your imaginary friend needs immoral fools like you to stand up for him, He can't seem to stand up for himself as usual.

    • @kosys5338
      @kosys5338 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Just Nea
      By the way your willful and or intentional ignorance is unbecoming.

    • @kosys5338
      @kosys5338 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maul5578
      Faith is a realm of ignorance, there is no truth or wisdom to be found in such a place. The path to truth is littered with the bodies of the ignorant and the path to atheist is littered with bibles. Free yourself from the fear of god for this fear only exists within the realm of ignorance.

  • @michaelweeks9317
    @michaelweeks9317 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    The older I grow the more stories about good people tug at my heart and make me happy. May God bless you all. Michael from San Antonio.

  • @butterpecan5642
    @butterpecan5642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What a huge motivation for this guy! God bless him and all those that helped him

  • @bagpipes978
    @bagpipes978 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Paula Haskin is AWESOME with a heart of gold!! Amazing role model herself. We need a lot more kindness like hers in this troubled world. Thank you, Paula. You inspire me.❤❤❤🙃🙃🙃🙃

  • @t-bagbagwell1327
    @t-bagbagwell1327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Walking 10 miles on a good day is hard, this guy made it on a very cold day. Such a nice act from the manager and other people who showed up to help, we need more of these people.

    • @bertellijustin6376
      @bertellijustin6376 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would counter that, more of us need to BE these people. A subtle difference, but I think an important one.

  • @michaelampongalan7667
    @michaelampongalan7667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    7 years later, I hope jhaqueil is doing great now

  • @garthl2954
    @garthl2954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wonderful to see a young man so determined and with not one iota of feeling entitled!! One person at a time, one day at a time and we can all do our part! 💖

  • @selwynowen6213
    @selwynowen6213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This young man is an inspiration for all young people out there. He is also a person who is giving his young siblings a good example as well 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

  • @jbadaluco
    @jbadaluco 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I’m so proud of everyone involved here. That’s humanity. This is what makes us beautiful. Take the ugly away and it’s really amazing what can be done together.

  • @endofsociety
    @endofsociety 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle YOU KNOW nothing about. Be kind ALWAYS.”

  • @jeffbarker7778
    @jeffbarker7778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just Think if EVERYONE HAD THAT kind of HEART. The WORLD would be a Great place..

  • @jimmydee935
    @jimmydee935 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I pray this young man remained humble, and keeps his determination and ethic he demonstrated as an 18yr old young man. ❤

  • @gallente4TW
    @gallente4TW 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    (East Coast, UK) to the young lad, to the shop owner and the people who heard about this and helped as well. I would like to say thank you. Some of us are struggling. Some of us aren't as young as this amazing lad. So to read stuff like this really does help repel those little black clouds that follow us around. Even if for just a short while.
    Heart-warming. ❤️

  • @jaydee6414
    @jaydee6414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    Good man & a damn good kid. I hope everything turns out well for the lad & his siblings & I hope the restaurant owner reaps the benefits he so richly deserves from this story. Well done all round. 👏🏻👍🏻

  • @SmallGuyonTop
    @SmallGuyonTop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Beautiful. Thank you for the story reporting. We need more of this.

  • @johnbailey4020
    @johnbailey4020 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "This is why i think America is amazing......True spirit in everything you do....From Scotland to America...God Bless America"

  • @hc507
    @hc507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +824

    I wonder how he’s doing?! This was from 7 years ago. Hopefully that made a huge difference.

    • @mikecrowley6186
      @mikecrowley6186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      The restaurant closed in 2018. th-cam.com/video/OadZ5sU4W_Q/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=WTHR

    • @Lachausis
      @Lachausis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      @@mikecrowley6186 aw, that's too bad.

    • @MiniNinja258
      @MiniNinja258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

      @@mikecrowley6186 well at least he had a job for a couple years. He’ll definitely get hired after some work experience.

    • @moubhattacharyya1141
      @moubhattacharyya1141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

      The owner did a great job hope both of them are doing well in life. Good deed never falls flat

    • @allywilkeforsenate
      @allywilkeforsenate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +161

      @@RealEstateBaby Trade school would be better.This guy understands work.

  • @tetrakings
    @tetrakings 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    We need stories like this. I wish that young man success in the years to come.

  • @carlos91909
    @carlos91909 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Props to the man that gave him a chance! I hope you sleep good at night knowing you’ve changed someone’s life! 🙌🏽

  • @williewilson1206
    @williewilson1206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We need a lot of young men like him in this world !

  • @justjustin7382
    @justjustin7382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Good stuff, His Mama instilled best values she could !!;
    Sure she is proud

    • @brad3283
      @brad3283 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @Baba Ganush You are an idiot. Of course he knows that. He was paying a great compliment. God you are a terrible person.

    • @btgkg9639
      @btgkg9639 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Baba Ganush So you’re saying his mom couldn’t have instilled good values in her kid before she died? Man you’re stupid.

    • @eillswim
      @eillswim 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brad3283 he's a terrible person because he's not religious and doesn't believe in heaven fairy tales?
      You sound like a right christian

    • @eillswim
      @eillswim 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@btgkg9639 you know find and rightly he's referring to the "she is proud"
      When In reality she's 6foot under

    • @bicc.
      @bicc. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@eillswim you need help

  • @antonioguerra3230
    @antonioguerra3230 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    great act of kindness. too the owner. the lord will bless you always.

  • @tomcruise1544
    @tomcruise1544 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful story. Parents raised a good man. God bless

  • @AJDraws
    @AJDraws ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You don't get many people like this anymore.
    What an inspirational guy.

    • @satchelraidincoming636
      @satchelraidincoming636 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed. Most people these days expect to be paid for doing dumb shit they enjoy, like playing video games, or "doing art" or "reacting to videos." Like put away your phone, or your crayons, or whatver toy, and go do some real work.

  • @crystalyana9533
    @crystalyana9533 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    He earned it without even knowing it!! This kid has my respect!! I wish him and his siblings nothing but the best!! 🦾🦾🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @blaket.bennett6249
    @blaket.bennett6249 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    We need more thinkers like this gentleman who gave this young man a job. This video bought a little light into my day. Thanks man.

  • @tinderinc
    @tinderinc 9 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I honestly suffer from anxiety and this story for some reason helps me over come it. Thanks for helping me

    • @SuperHorseman22
      @SuperHorseman22 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Tinder inc u got it tinder, I also suffer from anxiety, not let it get too you!

    • @HK-be2yp
      @HK-be2yp 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tinder inc Thanks that help me too

    • @thisismagacountry1318
      @thisismagacountry1318 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      bdp fucc up Yes, but who cleans the laptop screen,...EW.

  • @greyguy9767
    @greyguy9767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    America was built with integrity people. Very few left. May the good Lord bless your dedication.

  • @jenniferbaldeo53
    @jenniferbaldeo53 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is still a lot of good people out there. Hats off to the two people involved. God bless.

  • @danielb516
    @danielb516 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    mabey the military for this kid ...he could get training or school ...he looks like a super asset for anyone...

  • @robrob8279
    @robrob8279 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    There is still Hope ! Don't Give Up .... God Bless Everyone with a Beautiful & Pure Heart !!!!!!!!

  • @drumpftodd7887
    @drumpftodd7887 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Great stuff... makes me remember that there are good people out there. Thanks for reminding me that good things do happen to people who deserve it. I hope the young man gets to realize his dreams and I wish Jhaqueil the same. Thanks you!

  • @annebell4112
    @annebell4112 ปีที่แล้ว

    Art, you are a wonderful man with a big heart. The young man, total respect. Caring for his two sisters. There are not a lot of guys who would have done that. God Bless Art, God Bless you both 👍👍🌞🌞🌿🌿🍀🍃💚💚🍃🍀🌿🌿

  • @403patriot3
    @403patriot3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    may the good Lord bless your kind heart, sir.
    so much respect

  • @mariposaqueen5955
    @mariposaqueen5955 6 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    OMG!🙏❤
    Is hard to find young men like him and willing to take care of his siblings.
    Got dust in my eyes

    • @roblucero85
      @roblucero85 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      mariposa Queen a sand storm just swept through my face

    • @mariposaqueen5955
      @mariposaqueen5955 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Robert Lucero I know!
      That means you have a good heart and one day you will help someone in need.

    • @ladyxfaith
      @ladyxfaith 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      mariposa Queen ikkk

    • @mirrorflame1988
      @mirrorflame1988 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Actually young people are not as bad as the media makes them out to be. Most of them are decent good natured kids.

  • @lisaspayandneuter7402
    @lisaspayandneuter7402 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bless this kids heart. The Good Lord sent him an angel. This made me cry and I hardly ever cry anymore

  • @jayparvin2897
    @jayparvin2897 ปีที่แล้ว

    He will go places in life with that attitude of his. God bless you son.

  • @carlosquintanilla3700
    @carlosquintanilla3700 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My best wishes to that young man.

  • @nguyenthanh8
    @nguyenthanh8 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    What an impressive young man !

  • @junaidmoosa9394
    @junaidmoosa9394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very heart warming story

  • @avishnya1
    @avishnya1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just amazing!! I think these people are heroes for family!!!!

  • @singin8324
    @singin8324 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    there really are some good people in the world great story

  • @honglimtan6449
    @honglimtan6449 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sir, u are a true human being, with heart of helping.
    you may have change this young man life and he
    will never forget your kindness...god bless you....

    • @markp1250
      @markp1250 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sir, you have this weird thing where
      you space
      You're sentences out all kooky.
      This is
      Very odd and I don't understand the logic of it.
      Okay bye now.

  • @troyanderson5810
    @troyanderson5810 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    All respect 2 both of them.
    It actually made me cry

  • @diannasanders6783
    @diannasanders6783 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a great inspiration to all of us. I am very proud of you young man.

  • @drewinhou
    @drewinhou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    So when you hear the old adage "I walked to work/school 10 miles everyday, up hill both ways". This is the man you're talking about. God Bless You Guy! I have respect for any man/woman that gets up and goes to work. No matter their circumstances. This entire story was filled with great people.

  • @garywilliamson1859
    @garywilliamson1859 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This young man has the constitution of steel. Very unusual in this day. I'm positive that God will continue to bless him.

    • @noneyourbiddness2566
      @noneyourbiddness2566 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The same " god " that took everything tho right.... neat. Im thankful he didn't play the jew card. His feet got him a job. His Determination got him a job. The generosity of another gave him that job.

    • @dhr.neuteboom4536
      @dhr.neuteboom4536 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You know you insult him by saying its the work of God right? It's his enormous balls that brought him there..

  • @ruelpile
    @ruelpile ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If only we had more people like both of these men… hard working people that only want to provide for their families and employers giving people a chance to prove themselves.

  • @gregorygraham9371
    @gregorygraham9371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    good story. especially the respect shown for that fine young man.

  • @kendavid891
    @kendavid891 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    You can see his character hes a good guy.having lost his mom must be devastating alone.

  • @josedaniel4725
    @josedaniel4725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Wow, this video made me tear up😢🤧 these kids nowadays don't get how EZ they have it. I just hope this young man continues to do well🤞✌🏼👍🏼

  • @daysofnoah
    @daysofnoah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely wonderful story! God Bless everyone!

  • @VijayPrathapTEAM
    @VijayPrathapTEAM ปีที่แล้ว

    The Young man is going to be a SUCCESS in whatever he does in life. I am rooting for him. You Inspired me today

  • @TheSpasmer
    @TheSpasmer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This young man is a fine example of decent human values

  • @POBulkhead
    @POBulkhead 7 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Thanks for this story, I had a bad day.

    • @freedomfighter2463
      @freedomfighter2463 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thomas Pedersen
      No you didnt have a bad day. A bad day is when You get laid off of work, Your Wife Divorces you, You lose 50% of your Money. You dont have money to pay your damn rent. You try to find a job but end up being bars because you cant pay shit. Then when your inside you get stabbed by a Shiv with Hiv blood dripping from the previous victim.

    • @bobaloohoo1777
      @bobaloohoo1777 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Freedom Fighter a bad day for someone is a bad day in relation to them. You don't know what a bad day is for someone other than yourself.

    • @Sanjosegaming408
      @Sanjosegaming408 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Freedom Fighter and you get arrested for child support when they come and help you from getting stabbed so you wake up in jail

    • @michael-ns2bj
      @michael-ns2bj 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I do not want freedom. I want a job just to live

  • @mc.8037
    @mc.8037 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so blessed by such kindness and care!🙌🏽 from the awesome Employer to the amazing new employee!!🙏🏽

  • @everythingmeansnothing4019
    @everythingmeansnothing4019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Both of them are genuine good guys, his mother sadly passed so he dropped out of school to raise his younger brothers and sisters. And the bloke who gave him a job and the lady who gave him the bus passes . Bless all of them !