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Friday, December 15, 2006

Definition of a Hero - #1
Websters: (a) a person of distinguished valor or fortitude
Colin exemplifies the definition of a Hero.


Name:
Colin
Age:
23
Interests:
Discovering the possibilities.
"In July of 2004 a tragedy occurred in which I dove into a mountain stream and shattered my C4 vertebrae. The journey since that day has been a tremendous challenge but the light of my soul has proven to be stronger than any conflict in life I might face."
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Colin's blog traces his journey to find and create a meaningful, satisfying life for himself after a devastating physical injury that leaves him paralyzed at the very onset of his adult life. His bravery, fortitude and determined outlook is a tribute to the power of the human spirit and an inspiration to each of us.

His blog begins with a 12 photo slide show, followed by a link to more albums. His blog text begins below the slide show. To trace his journey for the past times it is best to scroll to the bottom and read it from the bottom up, although his first post at the top is revealing. On the left sidebar under "Links" is one to" My Website".

I have worked at the Texas Institute for Research and Rehabilitation in the Houston Medical Center and have seen first hand the utter desolation, despair and crushing grief people experience when suddenly faced with such a devastating loss and destruction of their lives as they knew it. Those who can overcome the negative aspects and meet the challenges of a completely different life are a testament to humankind's strength of will and spirit. It gives us Hope. Colin is a Hero.

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