It is never easy to witness someone you care about struggle with something that used to bring them joy. Whether it’s a personal interest or a business venture, seeing our loved ones go through a downward spiral can be heartbreaking. Sadly, in such situations, we often feel there is little we can do to help them recover.
However, this heartwarming story proves that sometimes, a little tweet can go a long way. Meet Giselle Aviles, a 21-year-old Texas native who deeply appreciates the hard work and dedication her father, Elias, has put into his business. Elias has been in the food industry for years, and after losing their brick and mortar restaurant during the 2008 economic crash, he decided to start a Mexican street taco truck.
For a while, the taco truck thrived, but recently Elias’s business began to struggle. Concerned for her father’s well-being, Giselle decided to take matters into her own hands. She took to Twitter and posted a heartfelt plea for help, sharing a picture of the truck labeled “Taqueria El Torito” and explaining the dire situation. Giselle’s tweet included the location of the truck in Humble, Texas and asked for retweets to show support.
To her surprise, the tweet quickly gained traction, with thousands of people retweeting and sharing their support for Elias’s struggling taco truck. Giselle was overwhelmed by the immediate response and warned her father to prepare for an influx of customers when they reopened the next day.
Elias, not being as familiar with the power of the internet, had no idea what was about to happen. When he arrived to open his truck at 8 A.M., there were already dozens of eager customers waiting, some of whom had been in line since 6 A.M. The demand was so high that they had to close momentarily to restock and had to close again after completely selling out of their delicious food. Overwhelmed by the unexpected turn of events, Elias asked Giselle to help him manage the orders.
Throughout the day, they served over 100 customers, and the busy days continued throughout the week. Giselle was grateful for the outpouring of support and took to Twitter again to express her heartfelt gratitude and to inform everyone that they were looking to hire more workers due to the increased demand.
Giselle’s tweet touched the hearts of many, and the power of social media proved to be a game-changer for Elias’s struggling business. When interviewed about the overwhelming response, Giselle expressed her joy and gratitude for being able to help her father during a difficult time.
This father-daughter tale is not only heartwarming but also inspiring. It serves as a reminder of the power of community and the impact that a single act of kindness can have on someone’s life. Giselle’s love and support for her father propelled her to take action, and in doing so, she not only saved his struggling business but also brought them closer than ever before.
Watch the video above to see this beautiful father-daughter relationship in action and let us know what you think about Giselle, her father, and the incredible tweet that changed everything for them.
