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Houston Couple Continues 9-Year Tradition of Paying for Thanksgiving Meals at Luby's

KHOU 11December 5, 20252 min33,406 views
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Anonymous Thanksgiving Generosity

  • πŸ’‘ A Houston couple has continued their nine-year tradition of anonymously paying for Thanksgiving Day meals at a Luby's restaurant.
  • 🎯 This year's act of kindness took place at the Luby's in Kingwood, which was exceptionally busy on Thanksgiving Day.
  • πŸ‘ Diners were surprised at the register when told their meals were already covered, with the couple covering tabs for hundreds of guests.

The 'Angels of Kingwood'

  • πŸ’¬ The restaurant manager, Kristen Murphrey, was alerted to the couple's presence by a phone call, describing them as "angels."
  • 🌟 The couple, Steve Lee and Amanda Fondrin, have been following Murphrey's work at different Luby's locations for the past nine years to perform this act of generosity.
  • πŸ’– They expressed that they feel blessed by the opportunity to give back and that the diners are the ones who truly bring blessings.

A Tradition of Giving

  • πŸ—“οΈ The tradition began nine years ago when the couple decided they wanted to do something for others on Thanksgiving.
  • 🀝 They choose a Luby's location based on where Murphrey is working, making her the "lucky one" each year.
  • ❀️ The couple's selfless act highlights the spirit of kindness, giving, and graciousness, reminding everyone that there are still good people in the world.
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