There is a Thomas Train in the video but I know it's a little stretch. It's wonderful to see things like this at Christmas time. There are many good people and companies in the world. Rich I will understand if you pull this. Don
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Don, a great post. It brings a great big smile to my face. That is what it's all about. Merry Christmas to all!
That's incredible!
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Dennis
That's pretty good.
Awesome!
I'm not too proud to say that some things still bring a tear to my eye. Peoples generosity at Christmas is certainly one of those things!
Thanks for sharing Don! 
Just made my day!!
Gunny
i bet the guy who got socks and underwear later wished he had asked for a Rolex.
That's great...here's a link to the flight that started these types of flights:
http://unitedfantasyflight.com/
--Greg
Now you've done it! You made me cry!
That's what it's all about!
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Don,
Great post sir, you are correct there are good Christian people in business all over the
world! Giving is the Spirit of Christmas.
Merry Christmas to you sir.
PCRR/Dave
Darned it.....I have to get the tissue....there is something in my eye..
Great post Don!!
Thanks,
Alan
Seeing the expression on people's faces is very touching. There is nothing more inspirational than watching a persons face light up when they get something unexpected. Thanks for sharing!
Ken
Nice to see a business think of its customers first rather than profits! Very heartwarming!
I saw this on NBC News the other evening; just an amazing story.
Originally Posted by Spence:
I saw this on NBC News the other evening; just an amazing story.
My wife saw it also....I don't know how I missed it.
K.C.
wow that's the equivalent of getting tickets to Ellen DeGeneres' 12 days of Christmas.
Very nice!
Great story and airline.They have been profitable the last five years in a very difficult industry.
I wish American companies looked more favorably upon the public and their employees versus only satisfying Wall Street.
PS - Ijust finished reading about the secret Santa couple in Detroit and now need a second box of tissues
Perfect story for Christmas!
Thank you for posting, Don.
Alex
Peace, good Will, charity, being kind and generous is in the true meaning of Christmas. I am thrilled to celebrate this holiday with friends and family,and to share its wonderful message of hope with others as you just have.
As others have said, saw a brief amount of coverage on this story that is priceless. What a wonderful gesture from folks who have learned to do it right.
Don, you seem to always come up with something very special. Merry Christmas to you and your wife in Hawaii.
I just noticed that it has over 23 million views in five days!
Simply Beautiful!
Alex
Someone should have asked for a new car....
Originally Posted by scale rail:
There is a Thomas Train in the video but I know it's a little stretch. It's wonderful to see things like this at Christmas time. There are many good people and companies in the world. Rich I will understand if you pull this. Don
Isn't it a hoot when the kid asks for a train?
A very nice gesture by the airline and all its employees.
That is one amazing marketing team this airline has.
They figured out how to touch the hearts of many.
Really humanize the company. Prolly made their employees feel really proud and happy.
Made some loyal customers very grateful who will tell this story for a long time.
Got free media coverage and earned lots of good will.
Of course documenting this cost way more than the gifts.
And all tax deductible.
Might be a stretch to assume they are a "Christian" company.
But it is possible.
They should be applauded for their ingenuity and for their willingness to promote themselves as decent and thoughtful people instead of barriers a lot of corporations put up between their clientele.
Let's hope they can continue this behavior in their lean times.
Now that will be truly "Christian"
They figured out how to touch the hearts of many.
Really humanize the company. Prolly made their employees feel really proud and happy.
Made some loyal customers very grateful who will tell this story for a long time.
Got free media coverage and earned lots of good will.
Of course documenting this cost way more than the gifts.
And all tax deductible.
Might be a stretch to assume they are a "Christian" company.
But it is possible.
They should be applauded for their ingenuity and for their willingness to promote themselves as decent and thoughtful people instead of barriers a lot of corporations put up between their clientele.
Let's hope they can continue this behavior in their lean times.
Now that will be truly "Christian"
Originally Posted by overlandflyer:
i bet the guy who got socks and underwear later wished he had asked for a Rolex.
Never underestimate the value of clean underwear and a good pair of socks.
Rusty
It sounds lame. My Dad who spent his life in plants, used to say, just get me socks and underwear for Christmas.
It took me years to understand.
Later in life, I was working twelve to sixteen hour shifts on my feet all day. The best way to cope was to have on newer socks and underwear. Good new boots were in the contract already. One night I remembered his request when I was having troubles with old socks and feet pain. Hit me like a ton of bricks. They were worth gold.
Originally Posted by overlandflyer:
i bet the guy who got socks and underwear later wished he had asked for a Rolex.
He asked for what he needed.
WestJet, reminds me of the old PSA Airlines in California. They both had a great sense of humor. They made flying fun. 25 million hits on YouTube is what their five minute spot has. It shows that if you do something right and good, people with watch. Look what WestJet did on April Fools Day. "Cargo Kids". Don
Linus explains it.
Don GREAT POST. Thanks for sharing with us here in the Christmas season.
Originally Posted by Stoshu:
Someone should have asked for a new car....
They did:
Those are the people that got free flights. Don
I can't see the link because I'm at work and it's being blocked. But, if Don posted it I'm sure it's very cool.
Merry Christmas, to all.
