On Thursday, a San Antonio Newspaper posted a story about the reenlistment of Marine Cpl. Matthew Bradford into the Marines. It wasn't your everyday reenlistment. Cpl. Bradford is the first blind double amputee to re-enlist. He was injured in Iraq while on patrol in Al Anbar province a few months into his first tour of duty there.
The article states:
"Bradford said he wants to focus his energy on others, now that he's come so far in his own recovery.
"He said he hopes to help wounded Marines cope with anger, depression and other demons that can fester if there's not someone around to provide strong peer mentoring.
""I'm paving the road for the rest of them who want to stay in but think they can't," he said. "I'm ready to get back to work.""
What an amazing man. Please follow the link and read the entire article. The story of his accomplishments since his injuries is inspiring.
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