Ten Touching, Amusing Memories on Fatherhood From Random New Yorkers
We asked 10 random New Yorkers what comes to mind when they think of Father's Day. From the sublime to the touching, here's what they report.
We asked 10 random New Yorkers what comes to mind when they think of Father's Day. From the sublime to the touching, here's what they report.
This elderly man still had seven lanes of traffic to cross when the pedestrian light turned red – but thankfully, there was a kind cop on hand to help.
A Maryland couple were surprised to see a police officer standing in the middle of the pouring rain – until they saw what she was guarding.
No one ever thought that Genevieve Via Cava would actually follow up on her vow to give $1 million to her special education students.
We would probably have similar reactions to a stranger jumping out a dumpster, let alone if it was because he was giving us a car.
A woman was so touched by a dad's happiness, she decided to pass on the kindness and bless his son with a gift.
This woman doesn't quite know what compelled her to ask for her friend's contact number back in the day – but she was amazed to find that it ended up saving his life years later.
After a boy saved all his money to buy new skis, he lost one in the powder-but the kindness of strangers restored the pair (and our faith in people).
The Lytles started serving the free meals because they didn't only want to feed people's stomachs – they also wanted to feed souls.
These neighbors have a track record for helping people who may not get the closure that they need from a loved one's death.
It has been three years since Officer John Bagg's incredible act of kindness towards Candida Torre – but the gesture is still just as inspiring today.
This teacher wanted to make sure that his students would ace their 3-hour AP English exam – so he grabbed some goodies and set up shop in the hallway.
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