I know not many people will see this, but I'm very excited and had to share. My stepdad was laid off over a year ago after the company he worked for went under. Since then he's been doing odd jobs but had a hell of a time finding work. As a result, he and my mom are seriously struggling financially (she's a teacher).
About 6 months ago, he got a job 2 days a week at a place he absolutely loves. A month ago they opened up a full-time position and he applied. Last Wednesday he had an interview with the assistant general manager and the general manager, and was told the job is between him and another guy.
That night, stepdad is driving home from work on the highway and sees a woman on the side of the road with a baby. She had a flat tire, so he pulled over to help (he always does this). He changes the tire and follows her to a gas station to put air in it, refuses her offer of money. They get to talking, she asks where he works. It turns out she's known the general manager for years through her own work and said she would have to call him and tell him stepdad is her hero.
Friday morning, stepdad gets pulled into general manager's office and is hired. Full time, with benefits, his own parking space. He starts Monday. The manager raved about how helpful stepdad is, his awesome personality, etc. I'm so happy for him and my mom, I just had to share!