Kajang eatery gives away free meal to struggling father who begged for food to feed his kids at home

As inflation hits, many families are left struggling as they are unable to afford daily necessities. In spite of that, many parents living on or under the poverty line would do all that they can in hopes that their children can live a slightly better life, even if it means reaching out to others for help.

Kajang eatery prepares food for poor father who asked for food to feed his children

In speaking with local newspaper mStar, Kajang-based restaurant operator Mohd Shafie shared a recent encounter they had with a man who visited their premises. At the time, his workers were about to close the restaurant for the night when he received a call from one of his employees. He was told that a man was asking if the restaurant could spare some food for his family, which prompted him to check on their claims by referring to the store’s CCTV camera.

And indeed, a man was seen interacting with his staff members, appearing to be in a state of distress. Realising that the man was likely telling the truth and in dire need of help, Shafie promptly instructed his staff to prepare 2 big portions of food to give to the man for free.

When his staff handed the food to the man, the distressed man was so grateful that he started crying while expressing his gratitude towards them.

Understood his plight as he was about to become a parent himself

Following the incident, mStar has revealed that the compassion Mohd Shafie has for the man is stems from the understanding from one parent to another, as he too was expecting to become a father himself. Shafie has shared that his wife is currently pregnant and he understood the father’s responsibility.

“The man told my staff that he would come back and pay for the food when he has money but there’s no need for that”, said Shafie.

Shafie also mentioned that he many homeless people would often frequent around his area but this is the first time he saw the man. He said that the man hasn’t returned to ask for more food since. He adds that the experience has taught him how privileged it is to not have to worry about putting food onto the table and vowed that he wants to help wherever he is in a position to do so..

“At the moment, I’m looking into joining a voluntary charity group to help some vulnerable groups in need”. he said.

What’s more, he urges members of the public to strive to help vulnerable members of society with full heart if they are in a position to do so.

With his story goes viral online, many netizens have praised Shafie for his kindness, while also sending their prayers to the father in distress in hoping that his circumstances will improve.

“I hope God helps the struggling father and his family so they don’t have to continuously ask for help. I hope the owner of the restaurant will be filled with blessings.”

“I hope things get better for them.”

“I hope that Malaysians will continue to help each other regardless of our racial ethnicity.”

“I hope your shop gets the recognition it deserves.”

“May blessings overflow for both the receiver and giver.”

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