Cop Sees 89-Year-Old Struggle to Get In Her Car – Immediately Takes a Video When 3 Rappers Rush Towards Her for This Reason
This small act of kindness has gone viral.
As we age, everyday tasks can become harder. We move slower, we discover new aches and pains, and easy tasks we maybe took for granted can suddenly seem a lot more difficult. That’s why when we see someone helping an elderly person in need, it can melt our hearts: it reminds us that there’s good in everyone.
Well, this trio reminded the whole world of that one day when they stopped to help two elderly strangers.
How a Routine Gas Stop Turned Into an Act of Kindness
Orlando-based rappers Joc Koe Stoe, Marty and Freddy G were at a gas station when they noticed an elderly couple outside who were having trouble getting into their car.
Rose Griest, an 89-year-old woman, and her 100-year-old husband, David, had taken a road trip for a medical appointment and had stopped for a bathroom break.
There, Rose was having a hard time getting into her car, and David was struggling to help her. Immediately, without thinking about it, all three men rushed over to the car to help.
Unbeknownst to them, officer Kenesha Carnegie of the Levy County Sheriff’s Office saw the guys helping the couple. She knew them from her neighborhood and decided to record the situation in a since-expired video.
“I look over and three men were assisting the couple — it was a beautiful thing to see,” she later recalled to Yahoo. “I wanted them to have that moment to show who they really are.”
Why Three Men Didn’t Think Twice About Helping an Elderly Couple
After Carnegie posted the video to her Facebook page, it quickly went viral. Soon, the guys were being interviewed by news outlets across the country. Quite a turn of events, considering they were just there to grab some chips and a soda, huh?
“We didn’t even ask if they needed help — we felt comfortable giving them a hand right away,” 30-year-old Marty added to Yahoo. “I kept thinking, ‘She could have been my grandmother.’ 100 years old is a beautiful life.”
In the video shared by Inside Edition on YouTube, the guys helped steady Rose into the car and assisted David with his walker. “Thank you so much fellas,” he said in the video. “I’m 100 years old.”
Later, after the story gained traction, the couple’s grandson also came across it.
“I was scrolling through and saw my grandmother’s purple outfit,” Tommy Griest added to Yahoo. “Praise these guys for helping them. I don’t think they even know about the video,” he added of his grandmother and grandfather, a former lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army. “It would make them happy.”
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This story resonated with so many people because everyone needs help once in a while. So it’s nice to think there are good people out there who are willing to give it, no questions asked. It’s a little reminder that when we see someone struggling in life, to lend a hand, too.
It doesn’t have to be someone elderly, either. It could be offering help to a parent balancing a stroller and a door, someone with their arms full in the parking lot, or even a friend who is going through a tough time with their mental health.
Assessing a situation and figuring out ways you can be of service doesn’t just make the person you’re helping feel good — it makes you feel good inside, too. Your good deed might not travel around the world like this story did, but you never know who you might inspire along the way, either.
Military Dad Defends His 4 Little Daughters When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Military Dad of 4 Daughters Defends His Girls When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Austin von Letkemann is the military officer strangers feel "sorry" for — and the reason is infuriating.
Whenever the devoted father leaves the house with his four children, strangers can't help but notice the officer in uniform is holding hands with 4 adorable little girls. They will tell the traditionally "masculine" and "all American" dad they feel sorry for him, because he has no sons. This dad makes one thing very clear: They are his daughters, they aren't a burden.
In a passionate video, von Letkemann took to Instagram to share with his followers that the only thing that's "difficult" about being a girl dad — is clapping back to these sexist remarks over and over again.
They Mock His Daughters To Their Face
When strangers approach Austin von Letkemann and his four daughters, they don't always realize that their comments are being overheard. They seem oblivious to the fact that his girls understand every word. Von Letkemann describes how people will approach him and, without thinking, make remarks like "I'm sorry" or even joke about his lack of sons. What they don't realize is that these comments, intended to be light-hearted or humorous, can be deeply hurtful to his daughters. These strangers are not just disrespecting von Letkemann's choices as a father; they're also sending a message to his daughters that their presence is something to be pitied. It’s a message that von Letkemann won't stand for, and he's speaking out to defend his girls from these insensitive remarksSaying "Get Your Shotgun" Isn't Funny — It's Sexist
Another common comment that Austin von Letkemann encounters is the old "better get your shotgun ready" trope, often delivered with a smirk or a wink. This line is typically intended to suggest that a father with daughters should be on high alert to protect them from potential "suitors," implying that they are objects to be guarded rather than individuals with agency.
Von Letkemann finds this line of thinking outdated and sexist. In his viral Instagram video, he points out that these jokes are not just stale — they're damaging.
By suggesting that his daughters require armed protection, the joke reinforces the idea that women are inherently vulnerable and need to be shielded from men. Von Letkemann argues that instead of promoting this narrative, society should focus on teaching respect and consent, challenging these sexist tropes at their source.
Watch Austin von Letkemann's Video:
"If I Had A Fifth Child, I'd HOPE It Was A Girl" — One Dad's Message For Other Parents
Despite the constant remarks about his lack of sons, Austin von Letkemann is clear: He wouldn't trade his daughters for anything.
In fact, he told his Instagram followers that if he were to have a fifth child, he would hope for another girl. This declaration isn't just about doubling down on his pride in his family — it's a pointed response to those who see fathering daughters as a misfortune.
Von Letkemann's stance is a powerful one, rejecting the notion that a family is incomplete without sons. He encourages others to question the assumptions behind these comments and to appreciate the joy and fulfillment that his daughters bring. By sharing his story, von Letkemann hopes to create a more inclusive perspective on fatherhood, one that values daughters just as much as sons.