Below is a link to a person, his wife, and a struggle that is hard to imagine.
Here is the link.
http://www.theblaze.com/stories/201...-list-after-beating-the-odds-and-did-he-ever/
Here is a video preview.
http://youtu.be/Jt_byL2tN8s
I was lucky to get to know Patrick and his wife Jessica, as part of my involvement with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. I hope all of you watch tonight's episode of RMEF Team Elk on Outdoor Channel.
This episode is so much about life, the challenges put in front of us, and how some families can reach deep within and find a level of courage and resolve that leaves the rest of us wondering how so much can be overcome. Those who persevere and provide inspiration to the rest of us.
When I had a dinner with them at RMEF Elk Camp in March 2012 and again in 2013, I could have never imagined Patrick could progress to the point where he might someday be able to go elk hunting. Yet, Patrick and Jessica could imagine that; they dreamed that. The fact Patrick and Jessica have been able to get this far is a testament to the human spirit.
I have seen the preview of this episode. It is very moving. Maybe my appreciation is due to following Patrick and Jessica as they have traveled an unimaginable journey. Yet, I suspect those who watch will share an equal appreciation for the sacrifices made by those in uniform, and the same sacrifices shared by their families.
If you only watch one outdoor TV episode this year, make it this one. I can promise it will provide some perspective. Thanks to Patrick, Jessica, and all the families who sacrifice greatly in service for our freedom. I am deeply moved by your story and forever in debt to you, and to all service members and their families.
I can't help but think about some of you on this forum who have went through hell and back in service to our country. Yeah, John Cushman, I'm thinking about you ..... and some others. Thank you is not enough, but I hope it will suffice.
Here is the link.
http://www.theblaze.com/stories/201...-list-after-beating-the-odds-and-did-he-ever/
Here is a video preview.
http://youtu.be/Jt_byL2tN8s
I was lucky to get to know Patrick and his wife Jessica, as part of my involvement with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. I hope all of you watch tonight's episode of RMEF Team Elk on Outdoor Channel.
This episode is so much about life, the challenges put in front of us, and how some families can reach deep within and find a level of courage and resolve that leaves the rest of us wondering how so much can be overcome. Those who persevere and provide inspiration to the rest of us.
When I had a dinner with them at RMEF Elk Camp in March 2012 and again in 2013, I could have never imagined Patrick could progress to the point where he might someday be able to go elk hunting. Yet, Patrick and Jessica could imagine that; they dreamed that. The fact Patrick and Jessica have been able to get this far is a testament to the human spirit.
I have seen the preview of this episode. It is very moving. Maybe my appreciation is due to following Patrick and Jessica as they have traveled an unimaginable journey. Yet, I suspect those who watch will share an equal appreciation for the sacrifices made by those in uniform, and the same sacrifices shared by their families.
If you only watch one outdoor TV episode this year, make it this one. I can promise it will provide some perspective. Thanks to Patrick, Jessica, and all the families who sacrifice greatly in service for our freedom. I am deeply moved by your story and forever in debt to you, and to all service members and their families.
I can't help but think about some of you on this forum who have went through hell and back in service to our country. Yeah, John Cushman, I'm thinking about you ..... and some others. Thank you is not enough, but I hope it will suffice.
. It's winter in Wisconsin so I head to the dive bar on weekends to BS about hunting, work and politics. I made sure they put on the hunting show and told my buddies to watch this one. We raised a glass to honor this guy for his service to our country. I don't know if he visits hunt talk, but if he does and wants to kill a dinky WI deer he can contact me anytime! Hunting with Patrick would be an honor.
