On the Road: Ohio boy's $20 gift to soldier multiplies

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  • @stephanieokoro7073
    @stephanieokoro7073 9 років тому +540

    When they showed the last picture .. I couldn't hold my tears in anymore.

    • @wofra67
      @wofra67 8 років тому +3

      +stephanie okoro i agree. i felt the same. bless him

    • @emmyplays6410
      @emmyplays6410 8 років тому +2

      +stephanie okoro oh when he was hugging his dads grave? i would do that but my dad's is too short :) :(

    • @laniheath9850
      @laniheath9850 8 років тому +3

      Same, this is one of the sweetest things that i have ever heard

    • @Pinkstergal
      @Pinkstergal 8 років тому +6

      +stephanie okoro I seriously couldn't hold it in another second after that picture was shown T^T

    • @eliaszakaria7553
      @eliaszakaria7553 8 років тому +1

      Same who coud dislike this heartless bastards

  • @duck1889
    @duck1889 2 роки тому +297

    "Everyone dies, but only few will be remembered" His dad is hero and he will be remembered forever. RIP sir, your son will become a great man just like you.

  • @JamesWestAZ
    @JamesWestAZ 8 років тому +465

    Myles is one very special young man. His father would be so proud of him.

    • @JamesGudmunson
      @JamesGudmunson 8 років тому +4

      Yes he wood

    • @aaronbowie6339
      @aaronbowie6339 8 років тому +4

      James Gudmunson *would

    • @kledhs2890
      @kledhs2890 7 років тому +3

      James West Yes he would, RIP

    • @mikewrasman5103
      @mikewrasman5103 3 роки тому +3

      He is a remarkable young man . His mom is very proud of Myles and his dad is looking down at Myles, equally proud of Myles!

    • @mikebradley7504
      @mikebradley7504 3 роки тому +2

      Absolutely!

  • @THEBIGBEEFIS
    @THEBIGBEEFIS 3 роки тому +198

    “all he has is other people’s memory’s, and his own imagination” that broke me

    • @muffs55mercury61
      @muffs55mercury61 3 роки тому +15

      Big tears here, too. How $20 can turn into $250K is simply amazing.

  • @abbottckd2
    @abbottckd2 6 років тому +147

    I'm a combat veteran Marine. He made my eyes water. God bless you and Semper Fi

  • @Knight6158
    @Knight6158 8 років тому +99

    I'm a grandpa... He looks like my grandson... My first reaction is to hold him ... God bless this child ... What a heart... This is a lesson for all... Brought tears to my eyes...

  • @leonardothefabulous3490
    @leonardothefabulous3490 Рік тому +2

    THAT is the kind of young people this country-world needs more of!

  • @rebeccakaris2466
    @rebeccakaris2466 6 років тому +124

    This brought me tears. I can't explain how much this touched me. We need more of these stories in the news. Your Daddy is most defiantly smiling down on you!

  • @jarimikkola2997
    @jarimikkola2997 3 роки тому +63

    Miles definitely has a golden heart. God will bless him for his kind deed.

  • @69tdh
    @69tdh 10 років тому +116

    If I every have a son I want him to be just like you Myles. God bless.

  • @anthonykinsey2457
    @anthonykinsey2457 8 років тому +74

    reading the note almost made me cry

  • @mikewrasman5103
    @mikewrasman5103 3 роки тому +29

    Go Myles! His mom deserves a great deal of credit, being a widowed mom raising Myles by herself😀😁😃😄😊😎🙂🤗😇!!!!!!!

  • @imthinkingaboutagooduserna8531
    @imthinkingaboutagooduserna8531 6 років тому +48

    I was holding back the tears until the last picture.
    What an amazing young man. His butterfly effect has changed so many lives. Remarkable family.

  • @mousearebec
    @mousearebec 9 років тому +92

    Now that is and EXCELLENT CHILD........... the kind of kid ANY parent would be proud of. His Pop must be looking down from Heaven, marveling at his creation.

  • @jsjj
    @jsjj 8 років тому +51

    I watch this video whenever I have lost hope. Myles Eckert is a better man at his age than most of us can ever hope to be.

  • @Ryzen_56X
    @Ryzen_56X 8 років тому +41

    At the end the picture hugging his dad stone ... was kind of hard to watch, very emotional !! Bless them both.

  • @SpaceCommand
    @SpaceCommand 7 років тому +16

    A awesome story. A Kid brought up with Respect, Honor & Integrity. Made this 30yr old Man cry. What an awesome gesture. 👍👍👍

  • @methaangelginting
    @methaangelginting 9 років тому +42

    Your dad must be so proud of you. I can't stop crying watching this. 😢

  • @DODGERS-br8tf
    @DODGERS-br8tf 3 роки тому +15

    Omg I lost it when they read his letter awesome kid god bless you kiddo may your dreams come true you rock 🤙🏼

  • @Madcatz9000
    @Madcatz9000 5 місяців тому +1

    The young man has character. Good job.😊

  • @ikarooz
    @ikarooz 8 років тому +51

    Great heart for someone his age. He seems to be tiring from all the attention. Maybe it reminds him how much he misses his Father.

  • @470ohio
    @470ohio 8 років тому +21

    What a awesome young man. We need more people in the world like this young man.

  • @Cubanguy1977
    @Cubanguy1977 9 років тому +118

    Why wasn't I told there was gonna be onions in this video man my eyes are wet

    • @clintrathman6245
      @clintrathman6245 9 років тому +5

      +Alberto Valdes I was thinking I need to dust more often. My eyes are leaking

    • @Cubanguy1977
      @Cubanguy1977 9 років тому +2

      *****​..yup good idea!maybe I should try that also

    • @Drew-in-NoDak
      @Drew-in-NoDak 8 років тому +3

      +Alberto Valdes go into the settings turn on sautaed works every time

    • @Cubanguy1977
      @Cubanguy1977 8 років тому +1

      Drew Tibert I gotcha gonna do that rite now just incase

    • @Drew-in-NoDak
      @Drew-in-NoDak 8 років тому +2

      Hope you got a chuckle outta that have a good day :)

  • @eileencooper5567
    @eileencooper5567 10 років тому +22

    At this time of senseless killings and hate, it brings tears to my heart to read about this wonderful boy who gives love. God Bless him and his family. I would like to think that his Dad is watching down on him with great pride

  • @tinaturnbull9737
    @tinaturnbull9737 10 років тому +20

    What a precious random act of kindness that touched and inspired so many! I hope that he remembers how easy it is to be kind to others and will continue practicing kindness throughout his entire life. May he insipre others and become the type of leader our country desperately needs.

  • @lorisanford8515
    @lorisanford8515 6 років тому +17

    I cryed through the whole video, I wish I could give this little boy a big hug !!!

  • @jeffjohnson4151
    @jeffjohnson4151 9 років тому +19

    I view this when I want to rekindle my faith in humans. What a breath of fresh air Myles is when he could have easily keep the money. I'm sure Mom is proud and Dad is looking down with a big smile. Myles is what I aspire to be and I am 51.

  • @normanmusimwa2058
    @normanmusimwa2058 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible story. What l love about the USA. Good story telling..... 💖💖

  • @Scratchingforcash
    @Scratchingforcash 2 роки тому +9

    Wow, what an amazing gesture of that kid and his family. Just spectacular people!!

  • @bigrezznation
    @bigrezznation 2 роки тому +13

    It's a crime this video has only been viewed a couple million times while tiktokers get 10x the recognition. This kid is amazing. I would've straight bought $20 worth of junk candy. This kid saw someone he had never met before, recognized his service, and honored his dad and all armed forces members across the world. I can't even imagine the emotions that particular soldier felt receiving that note (which was the TRUE gift).

  • @adamstewart7856
    @adamstewart7856 8 років тому +18

    Even the anchor was tearing up¬!

  • @BohemianPotanist
    @BohemianPotanist 2 роки тому +3

    Dang man. I’m crying. God bless our troops and their families!

  • @RobertC1983
    @RobertC1983 3 роки тому +9

    Myles, your dad would be so dang proud of you. Hope you’re still doing well all these years later

  • @azhley25
    @azhley25 8 років тому +12

    I cried my heat out. I love him. he's dad must be so proud of him!!

  • @MrSuperJ69
    @MrSuperJ69 8 років тому +6

    This shows how one small act of kindness can have a great and far reaching effect.

  • @Horse237
    @Horse237 8 років тому +11

    I saw this photo of Miles in the cemetery hugging his father's headstone two years ago. Thanks for posting the video.

  • @audreyking5315
    @audreyking5315 2 роки тому +7

    Myles, we could learn alot from you. Your selfless act at your age, wow! Your dad is with you always.

  • @barbarazak6534
    @barbarazak6534 10 років тому +26

    That story brings tears to my eyes. Such a wonderful thing done by a beautiful young man whose Dad is looking down on him and is proud as can be. If only more people in this world would do as he did, can you just imagine what a beautiful place it would be?

  • @cookie89891
    @cookie89891 8 років тому +2

    I WAS HAVING A BAD DAY. AFTER SEEING THIS CHILD DO THIS KIND MOMENT. THIS MADE MY BAD DAY FLY AWAY. THANK GOD FOR THESES GREAT KIDS.

  • @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs
    @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs Рік тому +1

    Wow. What a well raised little boy. Not only would his dad be proud, but GOD is so proud of this little boy with a huge loving kind heart. Bless your family!! So sorry for your loss but very thankful for your dad's service to our country. Best wishes to you.❤😊

  • @Raegrae13
    @Raegrae13 2 роки тому +1

    It's 2022 and I came across this wonderful video. This is beautiful!

  • @almailman
    @almailman 9 років тому +17

    I'm with Alberto. My question is: Who are the uncaring, unfeeling 21 who've given this a "thumbs down"?

    • @bigfootx1
      @bigfootx1 9 років тому +1

      +almailman Why do I have the feeling that the now 24 that don't like this video are the "super patriots of the Westboro Church" or they are ones that are thinking "this kid is an idiot... he should've bought the video game". Either way, I'm done thinking about them.

    • @musicandmoviefan9217
      @musicandmoviefan9217 3 роки тому

      Yeah my guess is they are the same idiots you sometimes see in comments talking about how soldiers don't deserve to be thanked for their service. Yes those people really do exist. They hate our men and women in uniform for whatever reason. and like Pete B. I'm done thinking about them.

  • @ryanimal34
    @ryanimal34 9 років тому +2

    What a good kid I'm sure his dad is smiling down on him from heaven. God bless our troops!

  • @shananalexander9789
    @shananalexander9789 4 роки тому +4

    😭😭😭. He is a great person. He has a loving soul and I know that his father is watching over him and is so proud.

  • @DustinSmash
    @DustinSmash 4 місяці тому

    His father would be very proud!!! Way to go mom you’re raising an amazing human!!! That is grown man stuff!!! Sky is limit for you!!

  • @NaidaAri
    @NaidaAri 3 роки тому +2

    What an incredible boy!!!

  • @lummerhaj
    @lummerhaj 2 роки тому +1

    i Konw this storie is from 2014 but this young man is a roll model, god bless his soul love from a former soldier in Denmark

  • @Abhishekpandher
    @Abhishekpandher 8 років тому +7

    You are an Angel and definitely have a Heart of your Dad 💥
    God Bless...

  • @laurenordonez7237
    @laurenordonez7237 2 роки тому +1

    What an incredible kid. This story makes me cry every time💖

  • @timbo4374
    @timbo4374 2 роки тому +3

    Wow. This story really touched my heart. Brought tears to my eyes. God bless this fine young man! I'm sure his dad is looking down at him with a heart filled with love and pride!

  • @Vlbembry
    @Vlbembry 10 років тому +9

    These stories warm my heart It's only right for us to thank a soldier for service.

  • @homelandfreedom
    @homelandfreedom 3 роки тому +2

    These are kids we need to teach to have respect for others

  • @fuldagermany
    @fuldagermany 8 років тому +3

    What a touching story and a beautiful boy ... I hope he continues to be as good a man as he is a child. So sorry for the loss of his father and the loss of his mother's husband. War takes a terrible toll on us all.

  • @janehickeycaminos4772
    @janehickeycaminos4772 10 років тому +6

    A lovely, touching story about the power of paying it forward.

  • @tomwagner2773
    @tomwagner2773 9 місяців тому

    As a Vet in the Navy Med Corps. This young man and kids like him were the reasons why I put my uniform on for 14 wonderful years .

  • @jb6712
    @jb6712 2 місяці тому

    He looked then, and probably more so now, exactly like his Dad. What a wonderful gesture he made, and I love how it kept moving forward.

  • @Judith-m6l
    @Judith-m6l 4 місяці тому

    What a great young man he is. There is a special place in heaven waiting for him ❤❤

  • @barouchchum2560
    @barouchchum2560 4 роки тому +1

    My father, myself and 3 of my brothers served in uniform. There are no tough guys left in the room after you see this video.

  • @antm64
    @antm64 10 місяців тому

    Mom is doing a wonderful job of raising this young boy to be a kind and generous human being. Well done to, both, parent and child!! What is this young man doing now (2024)?

  • @albertahughes8843
    @albertahughes8843 2 роки тому +1

    My tears good little boy God bless him

  • @notatechie
    @notatechie 10 років тому +2

    I'm an old man. But I promise to try to be as good as this kid for the rest of my life.

  • @tonser316
    @tonser316 8 років тому +2

    me my son and wife all cried..love the kid..hope all is well for there family..r.i.p to his dad what he did raised a very bright young man..thank the lord love all

  • @CharlesBloom
    @CharlesBloom 10 років тому +14

    Darn it! There's something in my eye. Incredible story.

  • @Micheal-t6s
    @Micheal-t6s 4 місяці тому

    I couldn't stop crying. LORD bless you young man. Your Dad is so proud of YOU!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @bmack8607
    @bmack8607 9 років тому +2

    Still get tears and think about all the kids from WW Two who lost their Dad's. Love Steve Hartman! Best prescription for depression I've ever known!

  • @MonkWxly
    @MonkWxly 8 років тому +4

    Thank you Myles, You are awesome!

  • @zackpowell4180
    @zackpowell4180 7 років тому +1

    what a wonderful little boy. god bless him

  • @deeeliades3426
    @deeeliades3426 11 місяців тому

    What a fine young man, he not only honored his father but taught all of us humanity, love, dignity and gratitude. He thought of others more than himself. His father was a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice, his mother is a hero for the love and values she taught him and he is hero who showed all of us what one person can do simply by caring. Way to go Myles!

  • @Hope-w5l
    @Hope-w5l 6 місяців тому

    I have been re-watch this story many times. And every time, I can't stop crying. I am dreaming for all the children learning from him. The world will be at peace !!!

  • @maxramirez1129
    @maxramirez1129 7 років тому

    Wow! last picture! Kid going to be ok. starting in the right path. kindness and generosity.

  • @NietzscheDevot
    @NietzscheDevot 6 років тому +2

    Somebody is very proud! This is beautiful!

  • @COYBIG1967
    @COYBIG1967 10 місяців тому

    Oh man , that last picture of him hugging his father’s headstone put me over the edge, sitting here crying , that picture says so much . Your dad was a hero and your a hero and your mum has brought up a truly remarkable young man . Live a blessings to your family and you

  • @swongsonvanee
    @swongsonvanee 8 років тому +2

    What an amazing kid...

  • @FrankHampton-t7m
    @FrankHampton-t7m Рік тому

    If only everyone were like this kid the world would be a better place

  • @thedonleroy
    @thedonleroy 8 років тому +5

    What an amazing young man.

  • @RickyB256
    @RickyB256 8 років тому +46

    invisible ninjas cutting onions around me

  • @laramuis
    @laramuis 9 років тому +2

    Myles, you are beautiful. Thank you so very much for who you are. I wish the world would be full with people like you.

  • @StevenSmith-sl8wh
    @StevenSmith-sl8wh 2 роки тому

    Good lord bless this young mans heart.

  • @andrewcormier529
    @andrewcormier529 3 роки тому +1

    Wow!tears flowing,amazing boy and mom.

  • @Valkyani
    @Valkyani 2 роки тому

    That has to be the biggest honor a soldier can recive. A note can being more meaningful than a shiny medal.

  • @DeborahHorn-f6x
    @DeborahHorn-f6x 10 місяців тому

    You are a wonderful young man and I know your Dad is watching over you and your family. He is very proud of you. God Bless you and your family.

  • @kledhs2890
    @kledhs2890 7 років тому +2

    He looks just like his dad, RIP. God Bless This Family

  • @GuillerminDiaz
    @GuillerminDiaz 6 років тому +3

    Damn you, Steve Hartman. You always make me cry!!!

  • @deergetter4836
    @deergetter4836 11 місяців тому

    One amazing child I do believe that his father would be proud,and amen to mom for raising him to be an awesome young man ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @douggauzy6258
    @douggauzy6258 5 місяців тому

    That’s the way our veterans. Deserved to be remembered and taken care of !

  • @1941melmcdonald
    @1941melmcdonald 10 років тому +2

    A great story of a very special young boy

  • @hughfranklin4002
    @hughfranklin4002 7 років тому +1

    Bless his little heart, what a lovely lad.

  • @pointsofsue2487
    @pointsofsue2487 2 роки тому

    I was only holding it together until the picture of Myles holding his dad's headstone....then tears. His dad would be so proud

  • @kaylawise1270
    @kaylawise1270 Рік тому

    How does Steve Hartman get through these interviews without crumbling to his knees. I'm crying so hard I can barely breathe.

  • @oliviasaiz945
    @oliviasaiz945 Рік тому

    What a special little boy he is and what he’s going to grow up to be, God bless you

  • @Creole_Lady
    @Creole_Lady 10 місяців тому

    Mama is raising an amazing child 🥰

  • @nemesis8327
    @nemesis8327 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this channel. Kindness is wat we all need. ❤

  • @alohaleiyoshida2508
    @alohaleiyoshida2508 11 місяців тому

    An Inspiring and Uplifting Story❣️ Your Dad May He (RIP) Left a Legacy…and that is you Myles❣️Thank You for Making an Impact on My Life as a Retired Army Veteran❣️ Your Dad Is a Hero❣️ GOD BLESS YOU and Your Mom❣️ GOD BLESS AMERICA❣️

  • @MrEmagnusson
    @MrEmagnusson 8 років тому +1

    What a special little boy! God bless him!

  • @deemariedubois4916
    @deemariedubois4916 8 років тому

    Damn! I'm such a big ole baby. Just crying away. What a dear dear boy. And those eyes...just like his dad's.

  • @Carpenterdane
    @Carpenterdane 2 роки тому

    He sure favors his dad and you know he's looking down from heaven with such a smile on his face.

  • @moms79
    @moms79 2 роки тому +2

    It is stories like this I love to see. Stories like this watched by almost 2 million people and only 5 thousand had enough time to press the like button. The likes are what makes videos like this, spread over the world to give people a smile and the joy of watching humanity at it's best. It is sad to see how few people care enough to make the effort to give it the chance to reach everyone. Loved the story. ♥ Stay safe ♥

  • @anthbig
    @anthbig 9 років тому +1

    DADDY IS SOOO PROUD!! GREAT JOB MILES...AND MOM!!!!!!GOD BLESS YOU BOTH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @mbnqpl
    @mbnqpl Рік тому

    His father would be so proud!

  • @sarahrenfrow9795
    @sarahrenfrow9795 10 місяців тому

    My day has started with tears.