As I was driving in the scorching heat of the afternoon sun, I peered over to see a couple of vehicles pulled off to the side of the road, with three people gathered around the car in front. Being naturally nosey and curious, I suspected the vehicle had a flat tire. When I pulled over and got out of my car, my suspicions were confirmed. And then the feels hit me. 80 yr old Janet Oschenshirt was bringing her husband, 83 yr old Werner Oschenshirt back from the hospital when their front tire decided it didn’t want to hold air anymore. In the middle of the blazing hot sun, our first hero, Jeff Stirland pulled over to help. He wasted no time in pulling out the equipment the elderly couple had in the trunk of their car. However, the tools there were not up for the job of switching out the tire. That wouldn’t stop Jeff as he continued trying to work to loosen the rusted lug nuts. Knowing we needed backup, I quickly called a close friend of mine, Parker Daniels, the second hero of our story. Parker, owning every tool known to man and able to fix anything and everything, quickly arrived on scene. He and Jeff continued to work on the wheel, while Jeff took 83 yr old Werner to his vehicle to escape the 95 degree heat while the tire was changed. After some fighting with rusted and stubborn lug nuts, the tire was soon changed. Janet, so appreciative for the help and goodness of Jeff and willingness to stop at a moment’s notice, tried desperately to give him some money for his troubles. Jeff politely and kindly refused. According to him, the opportunity to help someone was payment enough. I, however, was more persistent. Sharing with Jeff and Parker our project of “Finding the Good” here at Craig Swapp and Associates, I asked if I could take some pictures and share the story. Jeff and Parker both agreed. Again, asking Jeff what we could do to thank him for his goodness, he humbly shared with me that he is a teacher for a school in Magna and his students are in need of supplies. With a humble answer from a teacher caring for his students, how could we not support him? Here at Craig Swapp & Associates we are thrilled to support our teachers, and those doing good in our community. We are grateful to support and to Find the Good. Thank you to Jeff and Parker!!
Related Articles
Can I Get a Ticket for Going Too Slow?
September 11, 2019
Most drivers have gotten a ticket for exceeding the speed limit, but did you know you can also get one for going too slow? It does depend on where Read More
Is It Illegal to Talk on the Phone while Driving?
Across the USA, it is illegal to text, surf the web, use social media, etc., on a cell phone while driving. However, in recent years it’s become Read More
Awards & Associations:
Recent Posts
- Does Zantac Cause Cancer?
- Who Is Liable for My Defective Product Claim?
- Find the Good: One Tire’d Teacher
- Hero Saves Wedding
- How do Personal Injury Attorneys get Paid?
- 10 Worst Pileups in Recent US History
- What is PIP or no-fault insurance?
- New Utah Winter Weather Restrictions Rule for Vehicles
- The Evolution of Vehicle Safety
- What to do When Your Car is Stuck in the Snow
136 East South Temple, Suite 1400 SLC, UT 84111
800-404-900033650 6TH AVE S, STE 220 Federal Way, WA 98003
(206) 420-0299