An autistic boy’s mother says this man is a ‘hero’ for what he did in the Cabela’s parking lot.
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- Опубліковано 26 вер 2024
- EastIdahoNews.com and Ashley Furniture HomeStore are teaming up every week to bring you some good news during Feel Good Friday!
We want to thank people in our community with random acts of kindness and leave you feeling good.
Last week, a woman named Shanna Henderson was with her autistic 12-year-old son, Luke, at Hobby Lobby. He started to say “Jeep” repeatedly and she wasn’t sure what he wanted.
“With a full-on meltdown imminent, I was relieved to get out of the store before he hit the floor,” Shanna wrote on her blog. “These things are much more comfortably managed in the privacy of the van than on full public display. I loaded the kids and hoped for the best as his perseveration on all things, ‘Jeep,’ continued.”
After some frustrating moments, Shanna realized Luke was talking about a Jeep he had seen in the parking lot. He wanted to see it, so they drove over and the driver happened to be getting into his car at that moment.
His name was Matthew and he works at Cabela’s, next door to Hobby Lobby.
Shanna writes:
“Could my son look at your Jeep? He is autistic and loves them.” As I asked this to a complete stranger, I felt a bit sheepish, but I will do pretty much anything to help my kid avoid a meltdown. Thankfully, he readily agreed, and I opened Luke’s back door to let him out, with the warning, “We are just looking. Don’t touch it!”
He bolted past me and was in the Jeep sitting next to its driver before I even finished the futile statement.
“He’s ok.” The driver quickly responded. “Want me to take him for a ride around the parking lot?”
I eyed this random stranger, trying to judge his character based on our 10-second history together. He had long beard and was dressed in a khaki work shirt with the name, “Matthew,” pinned to the right chest pocket - a Cabela’s employee, I guessed. I hesitated, but determined a man with nefarious intent would not likely be sporting his uniform with his name so boldly for me to identify. I hesitantly agreed, and he quickly popped the Jeep in reverse and took off, while Luke squealed with delight. He sped around the Cabela’s lot once, pulled back into his original parking spot, and put it into park. I asked if I could take a picture for Luke to remember his ride. He kindly obliged. Luke promptly turned the engine off for him and honked his horn.
This encounter made Shanna and Luke’s day and she says Matthew was a ‘hero’ for them that day. We decided that Matthew should be thanked for his kind actions so we surprised him during his shift this week - and the Hendersons tagged along.
Then, as we were getting ready to leave, Cabela’s surprised Luke with a gift of his own. Watch the video above to see what happened and click here to read more from Shanna’s blog.
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I give my deepest respect to the reporter allowing Luke to mess with the mic throughout the interview without trying to pull it away
And did you notice that Luke never made any sound loud enough to disturb his mum's words? Luke is probably highly intelligent in many ways.
I hope they never get rid of him. He is so genuine & friendly.
@Colin W it surely is a disability
@Colin W Although I naturally want to agree with somebody named "Colin W" over a person named "Haidar al Humaidi al Shumari".
But... A learning difference can be seen as a disability, at least in my understanding.
So...
Logic dictates, it's a disability.
Sorry, bud.
@Colin W from the CDC website: "Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges"
The immediate “hi Luke” is what proves how genuine and kind this man is
It’s a Jeep thing.
And his face lit up when he said it! This is just a genuine down-to-earth man. I love that he NEVER addresses the fact that Luke is autistic. To him, he's just a nice kid who likes jeeps. Nate and the EIN team - PLEASE keep up the good work! From Missouri, I so appreciate watching the genuine joy and blessings your crew brings to people around your area.
Omg did you just assume his gender it’s 2021 don’t you know any better 😐😏🙃
Amen
That is the coolest thing I have seen in a long time.
It doesn't cost anymore to be nice this guy gets it
It pays both ways to be nice.
Phil Bremenkamp actually does, costs time
ApacheWulf come to Phoenix Az and stop and help people you run a risk or getting jacked or shot
wow this is life changing,
It never did cost.
Props to Matthew. That beard is epic. Also solid heart of gold.
Can’t tell which is bigger. Beard or his heart!!
Dido
He definitely takes pride in that beard lol, that takes a looong time to grow one that long.
Amen what a great person - He is the Fullness of Humanity wrapped in one person - keep it up Dude
That is one strong woman/mother! She loves her boy more than the world and you can see it. Jeep guy proves what it takes to be a genuinely good human.
Thank you.
Wow... not only should we tip a hat to this gentleman for being one hell of a good human. but let’s not forget the momma, who loves her son so much that she’s making a side trip just so he can simply look at a Jeep. ❤️❤️❤️
Jeep give that dude The new Gladiator now!!!!!
Dont give him that shitty thing. Give him a J10
He probably likes the Jeep he has like the rest of us
decap112 gladiator is the best
Why would he want a gladiator when you just get a brand new truck for the same price and it does more lol
The Jeep gladiators are trash
thats the closest to a hug he will give, "i'll take it" a beautiful man.
it's better than I can do, I hate being touched & go stiff as a board with my arms out when hugged.
I was confused on why like tried to hug him then was offended 😂
Not everyone has the heart or patience when it comes to dealing with a child who is autistic, but this man deserves a lot of credit for having an amazing heart. He made this boy's day. Always be kind to others who are struggling or have challenges.
True my grandson has autism ..we deal with ignorant people a lot ..this guy is more than amazing ...i sent it right away to my daughter she will be happy to see someone be so kind to someone with autism:)
Yes!! I completely agree!!! This story makes me so happy!
I’m au(tis)tic and I use weed to cure it so I’m normal all the time since 2010(age 2)….I got it at age 14 from a booster shot in 2004 😢
I'm so glad Luke has the caring parents God gave him.
I also have a son with Autism.
Mother is so beautiful.
Big hugs Luke.
Yeah. Matthew is a champ but mum is a legend.
My youngest step daughter is 14 and responds to questions like this kid. Lord forbid we walk down a toy isle with lots of people around. Meltdown city. She's gotten better over the years. It's autism awareness month all year in this household. Autism parents are a special breed for sure.
djredshow My wife has autism and loves cucumbers
Big Red wait. That’s kinda cannibalism
Fun Roblox Gaming with ya nigga Not sure why you think that
The fact that he remembered Luke’s name, just shows what an Amazing human being he is!!! We truly Do need more people like him in our World!!
the Celtic Crone I like it when people remember my name!!
I'm in tears, for someone who has 2 autistic kids, 1 is non verbal, this simple act of kindness really does mean a lot to parents like us and goes a long way. To this employee 5 mins of his lunch break, probably stopped this kid going into full meltdown, I cannot express how little things like this help. Too many people stop and stare instead of asking questions or saying you've got this! It's so stressful but when you get that moment you take it! Keep putting this out there!!
"I feel like anyone would have"
... and yet they don't and you did.
I don't own a Jeep, 🤷🏻♂️
I ride, whenever I pull up next to a kid sitting in a car at a red light and they stare at the bike, I let them give it a rev. It honestly is a dopamine rush seeing their body jump from the sound then the smile afterwards. Sometimes the parents even smile. Good feeling
I have two autistic nephews. This brought tears to my eyes. I love these stories. I live in Alabama but I'm loving these people in Idaho.
@@natergater8460 can you not make jokes about Alabama like she is trying to enjoy this
We Need more People like him in this World
jannik lau indeed
jannik lau there are more people like him but not all hero’s get noticed so you typically only see the not so great people of the world
@@thepizzainthebackofyourfre9615 that's sadly too true.
Typical Alien sure there are some more, but the most aren‘t
jannik lau actually a lot are
At the political level it seems like America is falling to pieces and losing its moral focus. Then you see this random act of kindness from a stranger and you realize America still has its core values intact. God bless the man with the jeep and may God bless this child and all children. They are our future.
chip block u said it right! God bless you that is so true!!
They want us to be divided, a divided populace is much easier to control than a united one. We arent that different :)
Old
@@pooskerwolf9003 ? What do you mean by old?
You can see in Matthew’s eyes that his soul radiates love. God bless you Matthew and may your path in life come smoothly.
He's a man's man with a heart of gold. World needs another million of those.
Aw, you got this mommy's heart. My ten year old is non-verbal autistic. Nothing makes me feel sadder for my child than when a stranger glares at him for "hooting" or flapping. It makes my son's day when people smile at him or speak to him kindly, he understands them completely. This story was very relatable! It costs nothing to be kind. Thanks to Nate and the feel good crew for making a memorable Friday for Luke and his new friend, Matthew!!!💕
It costs nothing to be kind, love this thought! Especially since you never know how much of an impact that kindness can have on someone's life.
What I like about autistic people is they are pure hearted people and has a simple happiness.
SOME angels have beards
bubba chubba some more glorious than others, but a beard is a beard 🧔 my friend.
bubba chubba Jesus had a beard and long hair
@@dougevans6389 because there wasnt barbers in that time but yeah beards are awesome
Anime Mix King I've got a long white beard and Im letting my hair grow long unless I get tired of it and cut it off...my hair not my beard!
@@dougevans6389 that sounds cool keep it up man and find what works for you 👍
Nice to see there are still nice people in the world. My grandson is autistic so i can relate to what the kids mother is going through. Matthew thank you for being a good person and making this kids day.
It’s the simple things that matter so much!
A little bit can go a long way.
That’s why I gave u a like
These stories just give me hope! As the mother of a son with Asperger's, I experienced my share of public meltdowns. People like Matthew are a true blessing!
This dude works at the gun counter and drives a stick. Respect.
It IS a Jeep thing! Not all heroes wear capes! ✌️💖🙏
You are right, not all heroes do wear capes !
some have beards the size of capes.
@@littlegoobie 🤭🤭😁👍
I see you understand ;)
Not all angels are in heaven nor do all angels have wings.
No, Kind Cabella's Employee, not everyone would do that! That was truly a gift you gave them that day!
This is so adorable!
I have autism myself so this guy is a great person.
Lol
@raz katt I appreciate you.
@@heydani6678 why the fuck would you ask that
@Tom A. XD
@Tom A. what are you 12 yrs old?
OMG! I want to meet this person! Matthew, you freaking rock! I hope karma continues to shower you with wonderful gifts!
Jeep:
Please give Matthew a new Jeep and share this. He deserves it.
Sincerely,
An ol' XJ guy
Chrysler:*
@@OdysseyWafflez Stellantis* LOL
XJ...the universal letter combination everyone knows...I've had 2 ZJ's...yet to own an XJ, I want one so bad, but most of them are now trashed in my area or already modified way beyond what I ever would want. My experience with the XJ was a friend of mine bought one and spent hours on end out in a muddy field one evening, got me hooked on the XJ...and well that was 15 years ago and I still don't have one LOL.
Kid trying to be in the interview too. Go ahead big guy. Cute.
"YES." I love that boy's answers.
I loved how you ould see his eyes light up
That young man made a lifelong friend.
I have a son with autism and I know exactly what that mom goes through. God bless this good hearted guy!
How wonderful you are young man for sharing your jeep with this boy and helping his mother calm him. YOU are one of God's Soldiers. Bless you. 🌿🕊
A little kindness can go a long way.
God bless both mom and child,
Mathew and Cabela's
it's nice to hear something good going on
thanks
I like how Luke is repeating words as Mom is talking. He obviously is aware of what is going on even if he doesn't seem to be paying attention. Good job all around!
Thank you for noticing that!! He was really aware of what was happening and trying to share his story.
Matthew is clearly an awesome guy with an open heart and deep respect for humanity. He remembered that boy's name and that clearly shows he was interested in the fun they had together. Luke, I hope you have many other random people as good as Matthew in your life. Respect.
Jeep dude gets it! Moms day was made because her son found joy in this mans 5 minutes of generosity. Good job Jeep dude. Kid had a great day also!
I would like to find this family. My son passed away 6 months ago. He also had a thing for jeeps. His jeep is still sitting in my driveway. I want that boy to have it. I feel he's the only one that could ever love it as much as my son did.
Sorry to hear your Son passed away! Hopefully East Idaho news will contact you about giving the boy the jeep as a tribute to your Son.
@@janachavez5396 thank you and that would be amazing if they did.
Phil I am truly sorry for your loss . I hope someone helps you on your mission ! What you are trying to do is an amazing tribute to your son . I hope and pray you succeed !!! The joy that would bring to this young man would be immeasurably ! Good luck and god bless you Mr Connors. 👍👍😇
P.S.
Try contacting East Idaho News . I would start there
I am so sorry that you have lost a child. To give this boy a piece of your son I have no words for other than may you be at peace, and I hope you may find comfort in the Lord. Bless you
What a wonderful tribute that would be !!
Please contact that News Station and follow up.
What a wonderful human being.
I'm so sorry for the loss you've had to endure.
When was the last time a Jeeper didn't want to talk about his Jeep, never. The most important thing to remember about Jeeps is if its not broken you'er not having FUN!
It's a Jeep Thing
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That's very true to every rock crawler! Not just ones with jeeps. Lol
I use to have a lot of fun with my jeeps too bad there all gone and I'm using a Ford explorer now a days
@@klpecoraro4 Build the explorer up and get out on a trail have some fun, even a Ford has to get out and get dirty once in a while.
@@thomasohanlon1060 already take her out and have fun with it well hunting and camping. So far she has not let me down in the snow storms well up at the camp site. How ever she has had a bad year, she was in 3 crashes last year and still keeps going 2 of ths crashes she was totaled.
I get u like jeeps but thats a nice hummer grill on yer post 😆
IT REALLY WARMS MY HEART TO SEE THAT IN THIS DAY AND AGE THERE ARE STILL SOME PEOPLE IN OUR COUNTRY
WHO CARE ABOUT SOMETHING OTHER THEMSELVES.
Wow thats really nice of him to give a ride to this cute kid. awesome. There is still kindness in this world.
ive read all comments , n im shocked to see noone said how great mum is . what a woman . you need a medal my girl
Thank you Matthew. You are a hero to that boy.
This guy should be on Ellen getting 10 grand to fix that Jeep.
send her the video
Or mayne he just likes doing it himself. I helped my Dad do a ground up rebuild on his 59 Corvette when I was 7 years old and it last all the way through until I joined the Air Force at 18. With a lot of guys its the work you put into yourself. Thats the love affair.
He works at the GUN counter. Ellen and her Hollywood friends would NEVER even talk to a person who works with guns.
Jeeps are never fixed.
Jeepers are proud of there jeeps. Great story.
Bryanx317 Ellen is a Hollywood degenerate!
They're really out here giving dude $50 to "repair his Jeep". 😂
Helping this kid is the least of his good deeds. Every day this guy helps Americans arm and defend themselves. Real quality dude
Fantastic! This country needs more people Like that! Loving and caring !
"There 25$ on each of these" the dude was like great i can get a new steering wheel cover and an air freshener
50 dollars cant get you shit at an auto zone lol half a fuel pump
ha ha ha! :-)
Hey it's something.
It's a start.....One is MATURE, when one is Humble, appreciative of all.
LMFAO
i teach children with autism, and this is too great. we need more matthews in this world.
And God bless you I have a nephew but as mental disabilities he loves vehicles so this really touched him for me
this is so awesome im autistic from the UK thank you for what that employee did
Thank you Matthew. It is those little acts of kindness that make a better world to live! God bless you!
Awe Luke immediately going in for a hug was adorable
my oldest daughter is autistic is nice to see Matthew happy lots of love to him and. he family love makes the. go world around
a good deed makes the world a better place to live
I'm so happy for Mom!
What a lovely man, so deserving heartwarming story,
I can’t believe I’m so early that was so heart warming and I think that was rlly kind for Mathew to let Luke in the jeep most ppl wouldn’t of done that☺️
Im sad you see the world in that way, I think most people WOULD be understanding towards a special needs kid. Society is not nearly as mean or scary as we are lead to believe.
World needs more people like him.
A simple 5 minutes to make a special young man's day............God bless
What a sweet boy and loving man.
Mathew you are an amazing guy with a hear of gold. You made Luke's day ! The fact that you were going to lunch and still took the time to ride him around the block shows what a great human you are. GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR COMPASSION. 😇💜
We never know the struggles going on in people’s lives.
Another good deed of the day. Well done Nate and team 👍🏻
We need to always be nice to one another. We all need to be loving, kind, grateful, compassionate & we also need to reflect that on our faces.
Never at a loss of words…but this one made it happen! Matthew totally nailed this experience for Luke… just 2 guys riding around in a Jeep. But wow what an impact.
Both amazing Humans - Amazing what a small act of kindness can do as it ripples out into the world... Let's all find something small or large to do for someone else pass on this positive energy - Holding a door open for a stranger, a friendly smile, a warm Thank You, cash to help out someone in need, etc...
Luke, our world needs more people just like you! What a great story. I have a little more faith in mankind due your kindness and beautiful heart! Thank you
it goes to show that what might seem like something small to you can be so big to someone else
Cool dude! Thank you for what you did.
Everything about this story SCREAMS Idaho and that's awesome.
It screams American back country in all the way that means good things. You could have a story like this anywhere from Idaho to Mississippi to Maine, but it's nice to know that there's still some good old boys with a heart of gold left in the heartland.
Such a sweet young man. You can see how excited he was getting the jeep toy and sign, him giving Matthew a hug had to be an amazing step for these two to become long time friends. Prayers to Mom son, family and Matthew. Enjoy each day to the fullest.
Great story! It's awesome that Matt shared his Jeep with Luke...he will remember that for the rest of his life.
I have autism to and this just warms my heart
That is so cool to bad there aren't more people like this in the world
What an amazing mother, god bless her!
Bucket of Steam AMEN ! 🦋🥁🏆
What a lovely kind gesture. ‘God bless the little children.’ 🙏💚
My son has down syndrome, and trust in me when I say it's people like this man who can make a child feel like they won the lottery if only for a few minutes. God bless you sir.
Going through some hard times right now and this helped me unload some of the baggage I've been carrying for awhile. Thank you for this video and giving this kid a little happiness in this cold world
It's the onions that made me cry...Everyone
Yep I have that same problem too!!
Amazing story!!!!
Now Ashley Furniture Stores, don’t be a cheap a give this guy more than $50 bucks and also send this video to Jeep of America, this guy should be the new face of Jeep!!!
Agreed I'd give the guy more than that and I'm poor Ashley furniture shame on yall
Thought they gave him 2500$?
1776 Always has been great
Nope; he was given enough to buy one single windshield wiper and a soda.
He let a kid see his jeep, technically he shouldn't get anything. He done it out of the kindness of his heart expecting no reward. A fifty dollar gift card was a gift for doing the right thing.
SoZ1646 - Someone could send the UA-cam video to Jeep themselves!
Such a good story, making someone's bad day into a good day ,takes a special someone.
What did this take? Like 5 minutes of his time? For priceless memories for another person. Well done sir.
Love this man for sharing his sweet Jeep!!
Another heartwarming Feel-Good-Friday segment! Thank you, Nate, for sharing happy moments w us all! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎉
There has to be an offroad shop in that area, sponsor a rebuild for this man. He doesnt need a new jeep unless that is what he wants but come on he deserves to have it built to his dreams!
totally agree. Mathew should be offered a complete rebuild of his jeep.
What a wonderful man!!!!!
Your my new hero dear sir!!!
God bless you!!!!
I am NOT crying!... YOU are! The soul needs this every now and then.
Matthew you are awesome!
Well done sir . A simple act that went a long way.
When he asked Luke if it was fun to ride in the Jeep he was like YES! Like... *duh!* 😂
He can only answer yes/no questions, so Nate was pretty limited as to how to involve him in the interview. It was a perfectly appropriate question for the circumstance.
You saw the light come into his eyes when he remembered that drive.
Omg. What an amazing and patient mother, and what a lovely stranger they ended up meeting. Just a delightful story.
That was a lovely story and Luke is a wonderful boy, Thankyou to Matthew for taking the time to show love for Luke
Costs nothing to take a few minutes to make someone's day
Right! You just got to slow down and think about others! We are all human
Not trying to be a jerk but it took .38 of gas money
Love this..it only takes a few minutes to make someone's day..thank you Matthew for giving luke a happy day
Luke is a cool kid!!!👍❤
That_girl_miah yes he is!
This simple little 5-minute thing that this guy did is going to leave such an impact on this kid.
The cost of kindness is free and makes everyone feel better. You are a good man Matthew