Alabama man completes nationwide mission to give back ― one lawn at a time

HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Four years ago, Rodney Smith, Jr. saw an elderly man struggling to mow his lawn in Alabama.

So he pulled over to help and a movement was born.

[Read more: Man completes ‘God-given’ mission to mow across America]

This week, Smith wrapped up his latest nationwide tour in Hawaii. He’s mowed lawns for people in every state ― five times! ― and along the way shared his message of gratitude and service.

While on Oahu, Smith mowed lawns for two people, both veterans.

I had the honor & privilege of mowing for Mr. Solivar in Hawaii. He served 28 years in the U.S Army . It was an honor meeting him . Sir , we thank you for your service & sacrifice pic.twitter.com/IREEUUeN5r
— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 13, 2019

I had the honor & privilege of mowing for Mrs.Allen who is a veteran as well as a Gold Star Wife in Hawaii. She served 8 years & her husband served 17 years in the U.S Army. They met on their first deployment . Thank you to you & our husband for your service & sacrifice pic.twitter.com/treXG0sYmn
— Rodney Smith Jr (@iamrodneysmith) June 13, 2019

Smith is now back in his home state of Alabama, but he’s already planning his next big trip: He wants to mow lawns on all seven continents.

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