Overcoming Adversity

Amputee sky dives with his MWD

Never say never! 

"I am still rocking! For those who haven’t heard, I was blown up, with my MWD, Axe, Feb 17th of this year. I lost both of my feet, and was back to work in July."

Watch this Army veteran (who is still active duty by the way) make a tandem jump with his military working dog. 

All I can say is WOW!!!!!

Thanks Brandon for spreading the word!

Cpl Todd Nicely Drives Forward after Losing both of his arms and legs

Twenty-seven year old Marine Cpl Todd Nicely has again learned how to drive and passed his road test at the DMV with flying colors.  To most of us that is not particularly noteworthy.  However, Cpl Nicely is an amputee.

Last year, Cpl Nicely was in Afghanistan, leading a patrol, when he received severe wounds from an IED.  As a result he lost both arms and both legs.

"For most people driving is seen as their symbol of independence, " said Occupational Therapist Pat Niewoehner. 

With the help from some very specialized equipment, Todd was able to re-train and is now driving again.

Recon: Conquering the Climb

Ten wounded warriors; nineteen days in the Himalayas; one great adventure: a story of facing challenges and overcoming adversity.

This video is long (27:34), but well worth the time spent as you listen to these warriors talk about overcoming their own adversity and life choices they have made.

LT Jay, USN SeAL, Never Quit, No Pity