Monterey Park toddler anxiously awaits for trash truck, driver every week

Toddler anxiously awaits for trash truck and visit from his friend
Ryan, an 18-month-old, can't wait to see his friend, Angel drive up in a trash truck every week.
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ByCheryl L. Diano KABC logo
Saturday, August 31, 2019

MONTEREY PARK, Calif. (KABC) -- It's not easy being patient, especially when you're an 18-month-old.

Every trash day, Ryan anxiously waits at the end of his driveway in Monterey Park for a visit from his friend Angel. Angel works for Athens Services, a local family-owned waste collection and recycling company.

Ryan and Angel are becoming best of friends, according to the company's post.

Athens Services posted a few videos on Instagram, showing Ryan waiting for Angel, who brought him a gift and showed him the inside of his cool trash truck.

It's a moment these two will cherish forever.

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