• Was it Worth it? A Veterans Love and Hate Mission serving a Children's Home in NYC

  • Mar 20 2023
  • Length: 3 mins
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Was it Worth it? A Veterans Love and Hate Mission serving a Children's Home in NYC

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  • In our FIRST episode of TIP Tow, we bring you the inspiring story of a US Army veteran who has dedicated his life to helping children in need. Despite facing numerous challenges, he has never lost his love for his country, his city, and his duty. The episode starts with our host asking the veteran how long he has lived in New York. He replies that he has lived there all his life and is from uptown Harlem. When asked if he has ever thought of moving to another state, he says that he hasn't and doesn't want to. He loves his city and will never leave. The veteran used to work as a maintenance person at the Tribal Bridge and Tunnel Authority on Randalls Island. He started working there in 1965 when he was in high school. He would work for one week and then go to school for one week. He continued working there until he went to war. Our host asks the veteran about his biggest problem with New York, to which he responds that the city is messed up, but there is no better place to live. He has been living in New York for 20 years now and loves the city despite its flaws. However, he advises against coming to New York due to its high cost of living. When asked how he and his wife survive in New York despite the high cost of living, he reveals that they are both retired. He retired from the Triborough Bridges Authority, and she retired from Harlem Hospital, where she worked for 43 years. They also have foster kids. The veteran makes the money, but his wife manages it, making her the boss, as he jokes. Our host asks the veteran how he and his wife have managed to stay together for so long. The veteran admits that he is not a perfect husband, but he has learned how to be smooth and keep the spark alive. He credits his wife's understanding and says that she knows he is not going anywhere. The veteran is a Vietnam veteran, and our host thanks him for his service. He reveals that he came back from the army and went back to work. He eventually got retired from there and now has a five-bedroom house in a project, where he lives with his wife and one of their foster kids. The rest of the kids have graduated. The episode then shifts to the veteran's work at a children's home in New York City. He shares his experiences of helping children in need and making a difference in their lives. The children's home has 6,600 children, and the veteran's selflessness and sacrifice have made a significant impact on the kids. The veteran talks about the challenges of running a children's home and finding purpose after military service. He shares his coping mechanisms for dealing with PTSD, which he developed after serving in Vietnam. He says that his work at the children's home has given him a sense of purpose and helped him deal with his trauma. The episode ends with the veteran giving some tips for living in New York on a budget. He talks about the high cost of living in the city and shares his experiences of finding affordable housing and making the most of his retirement income. He also talks about the immigrant experiences in New York and the challenges they face. Overall, this episode of TIP Tow is a heartwarming story of love, duty, and making a difference in the lives of others. The veteran's experiences and insights offer a unique perspective on life in New York City, and his story is an inspiration to us all.
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