Over the past 30 years, Jeremy, a 95-year old man, has worked at the store in his town to help out the workers. He goes to the store six days a week in the early morning except on Sunday.
For Jeremy, waking up early isn't a problem. He has been doing it for 70 years since he used to work for the post office. He says it has become a habit.
The store gives Jeremy a few cups of coffee and some bananas in return for his work. He doesn't get paid. Why does he do it? He says that he really cares about the people in his neighborhood (社区), and he likes to make sure they get a good start to their day. "It's just being with the people and talking to them. I know a lot about them and what's going on in their families."
When he goes to work, Jeremy prepares food boxes and makes sure the drinks inside the refrigerators have their labels (标签) facing customers. He doesn't make the coffee, but he does keep an eye on the coffee machine.
The store workers consider him part of the family, and many customers are fond of him—who they call Mr. J—as well. "I love this man. He is what we all hope to become. He's well respected in our neighborhood," a customer named Rick said.
Why is Jeremy still working at the store?