Here’s a different way to think of Independence Day. If you don’t know Nick’s story, you should read this post from Sue Vincent, marking the 10th anniversary of a life-altering event. Nick’s determination to regain his health and live a life worth living should be an inspiration to us all. Do yourself a favor and check out Sue’s post. I guarantee you it will change how you look at your life’s blessings and how you approach each challenge! As always, spread the word. The world needs stories like this one. You go, Nick! And you as well, Sue!
Ten years ago today, July 4th 2009, I learned to fear answering the telephone. Four words changed the lives of everyone in our little family and that of many of our friends. My son, over a hundred miles away in Bournemouth, was in hospital… and we were advised to come at once. He had not regained consciousness since he had been brought in and, at that point, they did not seem to understand why. They thought he had suffered a brain haemorrhage.
They were almost right. Nick had been stabbed through the brain in a senseless attack. The puncture wound was so small it had, at first, been missed, but shards of bone were lodged in his brain and the ten inch screwdriver that had been rammed through his temple had compromised the brain stem. He was in a coma and not expected to live.
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Thank you very much for sharing Nick’s story, Marcia. xx
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It was my extreme pleasure, Sue. I am humbled by Nick’s journey and all that he has managed to accomplish. And to have a mom like you by his side is remarkable. His family and friends have been blessed by his example and his spirit, and the story serves as an inspiration to every one of us. We are capable of so much more than we think.
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He does not see anything inspirational in his own journey… but I do, and so have many others. I do wish he could see himself as others see him sometimes 🙂
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I suspect he is not the kind of person to think of himself in those terms. But for those of us hearing his story and seeing the results, he is making a difference in the most positive way possible–by actions, rather than mere words. ❤
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The things he has done in the last ten years, from the small, hidden triumphs to the world-hopping adventures, have just been incredible to watch 🙂
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A very moving post and a tribute to a mother’s strength – parents can be suddenly faced with supporting a son or daughter way beyond the task of bringing them up in the first place.
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True, and each has learned from the other, I imagine. It’s a miraculous story in every way. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing, Marcia.
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Once I read it, how could I not? I have followed along when possible over a couple of years, but today’s anniversary post was simply outstanding. The photos alone were so powerful!! 🙂
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Thank you for sharing this moving story, Marcia.
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You’re very welcome, Mark. I feel it’s an honor to pass this along. What an inspiring journey, from senseless tragedy to a life filled with a passion for living every moment to its fullest. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
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