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94-year-old veteran grows tomatoes for residents of his retirement community

Richard "Andy" Anderson, a 94-year-old veteran of the Air Force, tends to a tomato garden that benefits his fellow residents at Pinecrest Retirement Community in Lufkin, Texas.
After moving to the retirement community with his wife Wilma, Anderson sought a way to stay active and started gardening two years ago with 10 buckets.
Encouraged by community director Heath Foust, Anderson grew his garden from an initial 10 buckets to 26 and tends to his plants several times each day.
Anderson said to Vanessa Johnson, "I give them tender loving care" and treats the tomatoes like his children as he enjoys sharing them.
His gardening provides fresh tomatoes for all residents, keeping Anderson engaged and active while benefiting the retirement community.

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94-year-old veteran grows tomatoes for residents of his retirement community

A 94-year-old Air Force veteran uses his green thumb to cultivate fresh tomatoes for his retirement community, staying active and sharing homegrown joy.

17 hours ago·Albuquerque, United States

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