Nothing in life is more priceless than receiving guidance from an experienced adult.
Nothing in life is more priceless than receiving guidance from an experienced adult.
However, not everyone can take advantage of having their grandparents nearby. Some folks don’t have somebody to turn to for sound life counsel.
This was the void in people’s lives that these retirees sought to fill. And as a result, they took a fantastic initiative. To learn more about it, keep reading!
A group of lifelong friends frequently gathered at their regular meeting place, a coffee shop in their hometown of Salt Lake City, Utah. It was during these gatherings and story-sharing sessions that they reached an unexpected conclusion.
Tony Caputo, 69, one of the group members, noticed a bustling farmer’s market across the street, attracting hundreds of people. He proposed that they set up a booth there to offer advice. The other guys loved the idea. The following week, they erected a booth with a big banner above it reading, “Old Coots Giving Bad Advice,” and added, “It’s probably bad advice, but it’s free.”
The men were willing to discuss just about anything, with two exceptions: politics and religion. They waited for people to approach them and ask for advice.
After a few customers trickled in and had positive experiences, a small but growing line began to form in front of their booth. Word had evidently spread. People sought advice from the so-called “Old Coots” on a wide range of topics—from relationship and love issues to school and job problems, even down to which cell phone or internet plans to choose!
“They know everything, simple as that!” said one fan.
“These are the wisest old coots you’ve ever asked advice from,” added another.
Their popularity even caught the attention of Good Morning America, which invited them to appear on the show. With their genuine personalities and sincere counsel, the men have truly made a name for themselves!
