North Texas Walmart greeter finds happiness through faith after tragic loss – CBS News

North Texas Walmart greeter finds happiness through faith after tragic loss  CBS News

His secret to staying happy? Faith, kindness and staying strong. At a Walmart in north Fort Worth, customers don't have to look far for a friendly face. In fact, there's a good chance they'll be greeted with a smile, a sticker and maybe even a hug. Anderson has worked as a Walmart greeter for three years, and he's become a familiar face to customers and co-workers alike. Though he is deaf, he has found his own way to connect with the people who walk through the doors, making sure everyone feels welcome. "Hi, want a sticker?" he asks customers as they enter the store. But to the people around him, it's much more than that.

"All the people come to me, make me happy," Anderson said. Store Manager Jonathan Bower said Anderson has a gift for making other people feel good, even on days when he may be struggling himself. "He always is here to uplift other people. Even when he's not feeling it all the way," Bower said. Whether it's a holiday, a special occasion or just a regular workday, he rarely misses an opportunity to dress the part. From a pink bolo hat for a themed Wednesday to a full Santa Claus costume throughout December, his outfits have become part of what makes him so recognizable around the