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Who I AmI enjoy fishing, listening to music and playing cards. Favorite past time is spending time with my family and friends by the river. Favorite quote ------- Before you quit......TRY!! Age When Incident Occurred21About VIP
AdviceSafety first - think before you act.....brain and spinal cord injuries are permanent. The decisions of those around you not just yours matter. |
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Who I AmLoves sports. The middle of 3 children with an older sister and younger brother. I love "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol. Fav food: Iced coffee in the summer, but hot if it's below 50 degrees. Ben and Jerry's Half Baked ice cream. I love to golf and hope to run a marathon by the time I'm 40. I enjoy going to warm climates to golf and escape cold winter. I write as a way to share my story and hopefully inspire others, but hesitate to call it a talent. Along with public speaking, I really just hope to help others. My book about my experience is called More Than A Speed Bump and can be ordered on Amazon by clicking the link. Age When Incident Occurred23About VIP
Advice"Be who you are, not who you were". I've been very blessed in my life, yet still find that difficulties arise that are totally out of my control. Take whatever steps you can to stay safe and give yourself the best future you can. Decisions you make affect more than just yourself - it can change you, your family, your community, your friends and those you don't even know. |
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Who I AmNickname is smiley because I smile everyday. I really like watching Jeopardy and exercising daily. I played was a standout athlete in high school which lead to my tryouts at the NFL combine. Age When Incident Occurred18About VIP
AdviceI wish I known then what I know now. My advice to everyone is if you have to think about something more than once it's probably not worth doing. The decisions you make today guide your future.
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Who I AmI've always been an upbeat and positive person. Who always believed in the best of people and the world. Age When Incident Occurred17About VIP
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The amount of pain, grief and struggle you invite into your life from making poor decision, and the effect on the lives of those you love, by not thinking first isn't worth it. Not by a long shot! Decisions Do Matter. |
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Who I AmGod is why I’m still here, my mother is my strength, my family is always there, my golden retriever is my constant and music helps me breathe. Favorite scripture verse: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me Favorite quote: “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results.” Other favorites:
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AdviceMy dreams of working in the music industry that I was so close to fulfilling were stolen from me by someone who chose to drink drunk. Choose wisely. You have your life and possibly the lives of others in your hands. Don’t drink and drive. |
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Who I AmI am a goofball at heart. My favorite thing in the world is to see people cry laughing, especially if it was my doing. Age When Incident Occurred20About VIP
AdviceYou should always ThinkFirst because your decision don't just impact you, but the entire world around you. Quote: "We have two lives, and the second begins when we realize we only have one." - Confucius |
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Who I AmI love biology and was a scientist at Harvard medical school. I was a soccer captain/goalie in high school, was a drummer in a symphony band and enjoy music. I love ultimate frisbee and I am an Eagle Scout. I was in pre-med when I had my crash that changed my life. I hold US Paralympics records in shot put, javelin and discus in and am graduating from college in one semester, finally! My favorite song is Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Favorite ice cream is chocolate moose tracks and my favorite Starbucks drink is a hot Mocha. I also love animals, kids and people, in general. Age When Incident Occurred18About VIP
AdviceI was 2.3 miles from home when I reached for my cellphone and crashed. Whatever is on that phone can wait. It only took 3.6 seconds for all my dreams to go up in smoke. When you are driving ... just drive. ThinkFirst before you use a cellphone when driving a car. |