Rodney Smith Jr
@iamrodneysmith
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Founder of Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service - 501(c)(3) | We provide free lawn care to the elderly, disabled, single parents , veterans.
Huntsville, AL
Joined March 2016
I just had the privilege of meeting Mr. Rowe. I was contacted by his wife who is confined to the bed who called and said they really needed help . I pulled up to the yard not knowing what to expect . At first I thought I was at the wrong house . Didn’t think someone lived here
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Hello to Alabama . I will be mowing in Montgomery Tuesday morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know . It’s free .
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To think everything started with this post in 2015.
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There are a lot of flights being canceled due to the weather . Many are trying to get home for the holidays . If anyone is stuck in ATL needing to get up here to north Alabama , let me know. I’ll make the 3hr drive to get you can be home for the holidays . I can fit 4ppls.
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What do these six children share in common? They have all successfully completed our 50-yard challenge, which involved mowing 50 lawns free of charge in their respective cities for the elderly, disabled individuals, single parents, and veterans. They received a new colored
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Grateful for another year and honored to share my birthday with the country I love. Happy 4th of July to everyone! A heartfelt thank you to our brave men and women who have served and are currently serving. Enjoy the day and, most importantly, stay safe!
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Thankful to see another year .It’s always an honor to share the same birthday with the country I love . Happy 4th of July everyone . Please enjoy the day and most importantly, be safe ! Thank you to our brave men & women who have served & currently are serving for your service!
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@DudespostingWs Hey that’s me on the left ! Thanks a lot this photo is from 2016. Ms. Gibbs sadly passed away this March . Been mowing her lawn for free since the day of this picture . She is missed ❤️.
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Thankful to see another year .It’s always an honor to share the same birthday with the country I love . Happy 4th of July everyone . Please enjoy the day and most importantly, be safe ! Thank you to our brave men & women who have served & currently are serving for your service!
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Thankful to see another year .It’s always an honor to share the same birthday with the country I love . Happy 4th of July everyone . Thank you to our brave men & women who have served & currently are serving for your service! Please enjoy the day and most importantly, be safe !
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Hello to Texas . I will be mowing in Dallas,TX in the morning . If you know anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m making the 11 hour drive to St. Cloud,FL to visit Bryan who completed our challenge recently .
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Hello to Tennessee . I will be mowing in Nashville Wednesday morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know . It’s free .
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“ Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”- Unknown. You will never be forgotten !
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m headed to Duncan,OK & Bartlesville,OK to visit 2 kids who completed our challenge recently .
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Hello NC! Tonight I made the 8hr drive here after a veteran contacted me because he couldn't find anyone willing to help him with his yard . He served this beautiful country, so it would be my honor to help him . I love our veterans ! Thank you all for your service ! Mowing in AM
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@mhdksafa Hey that’s me on the left ! Thanks for sharing! We are a 501(C)(3) non profit organization( Raising Men and Women Lawn Care Service) , we mow free lawns for the elderly , disabled, single parents & veterans . And we have over 4,500 kids mowing free lawns in our 50 yard.
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This was the post that started it all. Even before this even happened I remember asking God to use me as his vessel. He didn't give me an answer the day that I asked him, not a month later , not even a year later. It happened a few years later and this would be that day
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Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”- Unknown. You will never be forgotten !
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Hello to North Carolina . I will be mowing in Charlotte in the morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mower let me know . It’s free .
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A post on Facebook can change your life forever . It’s crazy to think everything started with this post I made in 2015. Even before this even happened I remember asking God to use me as his vessel. He didn't give me an answer the day that I asked him, not a month later , not
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Dear cancer , it’s time you pick on someone your own size ! You are a strong kid AJ! A true warrior !
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I met this young lady today who worked at Waffle House . She’s a single mom of 2 and does her best to provide for them . Gave her a surprise for Christmas 🎄
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Hey @Delta , For the last 15 days I’ve been traveling across the country mowing in each state for different causes to raise awareness. I’m nearing the end of the lower 48. I was wondering if I could hitch a ride to the last two states to visit my last two causes . Ps. The
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When we pulled up to Mr. Mims lawn , across the street we spotted a elderly lady outside mowing her lawn in this heat. I told DD to go over there and tell her that we will finish . He walked over and told her and she was delighted . She went back inside to rest and got out the
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I graduated in May with a Masters in social work. I plan to make my organization “ Raising Men Lawn Care Service” a national ORG some day. Providing free lawn care to the elderly, disabled, single moms and veterans not only here in beautiful USA, but worldwide also
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Today I met a kid named Sal from Arizona & we mowed a lawn together. This moment was special because it was his first time ever mowing a lawn . By the way, he is also blind and autistic. After giving him his safety glasses and earplugs he was ready. Sal you are a hero.
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I just had the pleasure of mowing Ms.Foster’s lawn for her . She recently got a citation for $200 from the city because her grass was getting high . But She no longer has to worry about her lawn . I will be taking care of it from now on . Making a difference one lawn at a time
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Hello to Mississippi . I will be mowing in Jackson Friday morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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Family, I humbly ask for your prayers for Michael, a young man who holds a special place in our hearts. Michael completed our 50 Yard Challenge in 2019, and he’s one of the kindest, most humble, and well-spoken young men I’ve ever had the honor of meeting. From what I’ve learned,
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Update on my van: After it broke down for the second time in Nebraska, Anderson Ford in Lincoln, NE reached out to me. This happened thanks to a mother of a child in our program who contacted them and explained what we do. They called me, expressing their desire to help, and
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I remember when I was younger, my dad taught me how to string a Weed eater. Years later I'm teaching a young man in our program how to do the same thing my dad taught me . The cycle of life
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I just had the pleasure of mowing Ms. Dye’s lawn for her on this beautiful Friday morning . After getting done , she came outside with a glass of ice tea . The best I have ever had . I asked her what’s the secret recipe , she smiled and said it was made with love . :)
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A heartfelt thank you to our friends at Anderson Ford in Lincoln, Nebraska, for getting our van back on the road. They not only installed a brand new engine but also addressed every issue found during a thorough inspection. The total cost was nearly $20,000, and they covered it
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It’s crazy to think everything started with this post I made in 2015. Even before this even happened I remember asking God to use me as his vessel. He didn't give me an answer the day that I asked him, not a month later , not even a year later. It happened a few years later and
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Ms. Dye is a lady I will never forget . Every time I mowed her lawn she would come out & bring me a fresh glass of ice tea. I would joke around & say what the secret recipe because it was so good, she smiled & said made with love . Today she sadly passed. 💔.
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A super big thank you to Mr. @JesseKellyDC ! Whoa ! I really didn’t expect this. We will be able to help so many more ppl now ! Please see the second photo with the full story !! Thank you Mr. Kelly !!
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m making the 10 hour drive to Rockford & Roscoe ,IL then Genoa City,WI on Saturday .4 kids I total that completed the challenged . 3 in IL & 1 in WI
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A post on Facebook can change your life forever . It’s crazy to think everything started with this post I made in 2015. Even before this even happened I remember asking God to use me as his vessel. He didn't give me an answer the day that I asked him, not a month later , not
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Hello to Oklahoma . I will be mowing in Oklahoma City,OK in the morning . If you know anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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Still one of my best moments in life . Meeting Sal who is blind and Autistic. He trusted me to teach him how to mow. I will forever cherish this moment .
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50 States 50 Lawn. Thank you for joining me on this journey
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Fox News has invited me on this evening to talk about our organization . I will be on tonight 7:45 ET.
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And then there was 1 . After 49 states it has comes down to my last & final state, Hawaii. Sunday I’ll be flying to Honolulu, HI to mow in my 50th State on Monday . Since May 17th I have been traveling around America mowing Free lawns for the elderly, disabled, single moms & vets
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My moms been visiting. Today she wanted to join me on a few lawns
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This was the post that started it all. Even before this even happened I remember asking God to use me as his vessel. He didn't give me an answer the day that I asked him, not a month later , not even a year later. It happened a few years later and this would be that day
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Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it. Thank you to all of those who are currently serving & have served , especially to those have given their lives to protect our freedom!
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I just had the pleasure of mowing Mr. Shearer’s lawn for him. He was born with no hands & still mowed his lawn up until recently when he had a bad fall . With him unable to do it anymore & the grass getting high he was getting worried. So glad I could help him out !
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Wow! A big thank you to Mr. Frawley, the parent of one of the kids I’ll be visiting in Idaho who completed the 50 yard challenge . He called the dealership and asked to pay the entire bill , then he told the owner , Mr. Joe Steffy about what we do and he took care of the other
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Tomorrow marks a significant milestone for Lamar as he embarks on his college journey. We are immensely proud of him. Lamar is the longest-serving member of our program, having joined as a young boy and now departing as a young man. Notably, he is also the first recipient of our
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Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it. Thank you to all of those who are currently serving & have served , especially to those have given their lives to protect our freedom!
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Hey @Delta for the last month I have been traveling to all 50 states mowing free lawns for veterans as a way of thanking them for their service. I'm headed to my final two states Alaska & Hawaii. Could you help get me from HSV to Anchorage on Sunday ?.
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To some I might just be mowing lawns, but to me it’s more than that. My goal is to encourage others to be kind to one another. There are many ways to do that , I have simply picked a lawn mower as my tool of choice. Making a difference one lawn at a time
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Meet Aiden. Sadly he’s currently getting enrolled in Hospice. He was diagnosed with a progressive neurological brain disease called Alpers Syndrome and it is terminal . We stopped by to bring him some Christmas cheer .His smile is everything ❤️ made my day.
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Hello to Louisiana . I will be mowing in Shreveport in the morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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Hello to Minnesota. I will be mowing in Minneapolis in the Morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know, but first check with to see if I can .It’s free .
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Look at the date. This was the post that started it all.
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With a heavy heart It hurts to share with the family that Ms. Gibbs has passed away. We have been mowing her lawn since the start of the organization in 2016. She became like my 3rd grandmother. Please have her entire family in your prayers . She will be missed dearly ❤️🥺
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A big thank you to Omaha’s finest , officer Moran and Meisinger for coming out and mowing lawns with me !
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Hello to Nebraska . I will be mowing in Omaha in the Morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know, but first check with to see if I can .It’s free .
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And then there was 1. Honolulu, Hawaii you make my 50th State ! Time to finish off strong . Thank you guys for joining me on this journey. Current time is 1:39 PM. I won’t get there till late tonight .
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I’m about to start back my BBQ with friends . This is when I go into homeless camps with my mini grill & BBQ for those who are homeless .i was doing it b4 my 50 State tour . I found it’s the best way to getting to know and building relationships with my friends who are homeless.
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I’m happy to announce that Jesus, a resident of Omaha, Nebraska has submitted their 50th lawn and officially completed our 50 yard challenge by mowing 50 free lawns for the elderly, disabled , single parents & veterans in his city . I’ll be visiting him soon with his new
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I have officially mowed in 50% of the country . I’m traveling across America mowing free lawns for the elderly, disabled, single moms, and veterans . Driving to 48 states and flying to Alaska and Hawaii . 25 states completed 25 more to go ! Started May 17th 2018 .
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m headed Aurora,CO, Springsville,UT, Mapleton, UT, Kuna,ID, Rigby,ID, Black foot,ID. We have 7 kids who completed our 50 yard challenge
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Family, Please help me congratulate one of our kids, Caleb who completed the 50-yard challenge last year on his most recent achievement of being inducted into the National Junior Honor Society. You are a hero !
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Publix hit me up for the 5th year in a row! Just picked all these items(even more not in pic) . I will be passing these out to families in need on christmas AM . If you Know of any families, text me & I’ll be by in the AM. Anywhere in Huntsville or near by. Text (256)508–9440
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m headed to Mishawaka,IN(8hr) & Alexandria,IN(6hr),to visit 3 kids who completed our challenge recently.
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2009-2019 . I was lost but now I’m found . We all have a purpose . If you haven’t found yours yet, just be ready, it will present itself when the time is right.
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An update on Michael. As many of you remember 10 days ago I shared that Michael, a young man who took part in our 50 yard challenge was in a serious motorcycle accident . He’s one of the kindest, most humble, and well-spoken young men I’ve ever had the honor of meeting. He’s
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One I'd the reasons I do all of this is because I'm a social worker & this is what we do . May 4,2018 I graduated with my MSW ( Masters in Social Work)
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“ Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”- Unknown. You will never be forgotten !
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“ Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”- Unknown. You will never be forgotten !
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Meet Bobby. I spotted him outside of an abandon building on a few blanket .When he opened his gifts he started to cry because he said it's what he really needed because of the cold nights. I put together his tent for him and tonight he will be a little warmer .
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I made the 5 hr drive NH to meet Jakob. He’s doing the 50 yard challenge . As you can see his lawn mowers old and recently broke down , So I surprised him by giving him my personal mower equipment that I use. His face lit up and he said “No Way!”. Good luck Jakob ! See you soon !
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I made a promise to every kid that completes the 50 yard challenge that I’ll deliver them a brand new mower, weed eater & blower. I’m making the 9 hour drive to Westland,MI to Sam & Hunter who completed the 50 yard challenge today . Will present to them Friday.
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It brings me great joy to share with you the news of two new additions to our family. Please join me in welcoming Jonas & Silas of Alliance,NE to our fold! Jonas & Silas have stepped up & accepted our 50 yard challenge .By embracing this challenge, they have shown us that they
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I have officially driven through all 48 States since starting May 17th. I will be flying out to Anchorage, AK in the am then head to Hawaii . If you know of anyone who is elderly,disabled, a single mother or veteran who needs their lawn mowed in Alaska let me know, it’s free .
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I got word of a single parent mom who was getting harassed by the city for her back yard . The person who referred her told me she's going thru a ruff time and can't afford it . So glad I could help her . She will come home to the surprise . Happy Thanksgiving
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Hello to Utah . I will be mowing in Salt Lake City,UT in the morning . If you know anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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Hello to Arkansas . I will be mowing in Little Rock,AR in the morning . If you know of anyone who is elderly, disabled, a single mother or a veteran who needs their lawn mowed let me know . It’s free .
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Just had the pleasure of mowing a lawn for Mr. Davis in Minneapolis, MN. He is a Korean war veteran . In 3 months he will be 90 years young . Sir, we thank you for your service ! Making a difference one lawn at a time .
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I got contacted about this lawn by this persons neighbor. They said it's not their responsibility to help them. I knocked on the door & a sweet elderly lady answered . I told her, my name is Rodney & I'm here to help. She looked at my shirt & smiled . I waved and got to mowing
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Dante’ who completed our 50 yard challenge in 2019 has joined the US Army. A true hero! His mother has raised a wonderful young man . Thank you for your service Dante’!
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After posting about the new mower , Mr. Mike Anderson reached out and said he wanted to purchases a trailer for us!! Wow! He is also a veteran of 21 years! Thank you for your service and thank you so much for the trailer !!!!
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Today I was inducted into my high schools hall of fame for sports . I went to a small school upstate NY in Amenia . It was great being back now I’m making the 15 hr drive back to Huntsville,Al
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Carrie and Justice Said they want a hot bath for Christmas . They haven’t had one in months and only have been using wet wipes . So I got them a 3 nights stay in a comfort inn . Merry Christmas!!!
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Almost two weeks ago I was asked to come to NYC to be featured in a commercial. Then this happened . Thank you to @menswearhouse & @tanksgoodnews for this surprise !
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It brings me great joy to share with you the news of a new addition to our family. Please join me in welcoming James Of Indianapolis ,IN to our fold! James has stepped up & accepted our 50 yard challenge .By embracing this challenge, he has shown us that he is committed to
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Ronnie of Atlanta, GA who is taking part in our 50 yard challenge mowed his 3rd lawn , it was for a veteran . Keep it up . 7 away from your 10th lawn and orange shirt .
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Mission Complete . Two months on the road traveling to all 50 states mowing lawns FREE for the elderly, disabled, single moms and veterans with a goal to encourage kids to join our 50 yard challenge by doing the same in their city . Over 200+ kids have signed up .
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I had the pleasure of mowing Ms.Logans lawn for her . She was inside resting at the time I came by . Making a difference one lawn at a time .
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