Continuing a Thanksgiving Day tradition, Kokua Line devotes today’s column to expressions of gratitude from readers.
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“My sincerest thanks to a very kind man named Tim Takahashi. Without his help, I couldn’t have gotten up from my fall at the Kaheka crosswalk. He stayed with me until my daughter arrived. I am very grateful to have met him, and want him to know I’m perfectly fine.” — Kazuko
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Mahalo to the kind stranger who surprised our family when she paid for our lunches at the Royal Palace Chinese Buffet at Stadium Mall. My aunties, uncles and I, seven in total, were out for a family lunch when we were told that someone had taken care of our bill. We saw the smiling lady as she exited the restaurant, wishing to remain anonymous. When we were getting our tip money together, the waitress informed us that the lady had taken care of that too! My mom keeps asking, “Why did she do that?” Because there are angels, Mom. Because there are angels. You may be anonymous but you will be blessed. God bless! — Seven grateful seniors
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My car stalled going out of Costco Kapolei on Nov. 16. Two nice young gentlemen pushed my car back into the parking lot while one of their sons directed traffic. My friend Arlene called a tow truck and friends Candace and Ruth took us home. A big mahalo to all for their help and kindness. We’re so lucky to live in Hawaii. Thank you! — Janie
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I would like to thank the two gentlemen who came to my aid after a traffic accident on Keolu Drive on Nov. 9, especially Alex, who gave me his name and phone number in case I needed a witness’s account. I am also grateful people stood with the other driver until the police officer arrived. — RAV4
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Last month while I was waiting in line at the Pearlridge Leonard’s malasada wagon it happened to me. When my turn came up at the window, I was told that my order was paid. The local boy who was with his young son had already taken care of the tab. I got to thank him personally. I have since paid it forward. Mahalo, brother! — Gratefully, Stan M.
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A huge mahalo to two gentlemen, Jim Hall and Bobby C, who helped me locate a bus stop on King Street after I lost my way. They guided me across busy streets from the Prince Kuhio Federal Building on Ala Moana Boulevard at Punchbowl Street. … I appreciate Jim and Bobby for sharing the aloha spirit and for caring. — Grateful senior
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I would like to send out a huge mahalo to nurse Cheryl Miller, who was a passenger on the Omni Air International Flight #105 from Honolulu bound for Las Vegas on Oct. 15 at 9 a.m. It is never a good thing to hear over the public address system. “Is there medical staff on board this flight?” We are grateful for Ms. Miller, who was truly an angel as she comforted my wife and me while tending to my emergency. Being restricted on a plane 31,000 feet in the air is very nerve-racking. … We realized that it was a precarious situation when the flight crew spoke to a doctor in Honolulu and they made the decision to turn the plane around. We felt very terrible about that and that everyone on board lost a day’s travel. We apologize for the inconvenience to all aboard this flight. … We also want to applaud the Vacations Hawaii staff … and we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Omni flight crew — Rick, Joe, Ken, Amy, Taylor, Fumiko and Rika — for the professionalism and compassion they displayed throughout our emergency. … The crew truly showed concern and went above and beyond the call of duty. To Cheryl, the staff, the crew and everyone else who assisted, we express our heartfelt thanks. — Aloha, Ron K.
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