Today’s Chicago Sun Times posted an article about U.S. Army Master Sgt. Pedro Medina.  Master Sgt. Medina, a Chicago policeman who was deployed to Afghanistan in 2008 with the National Guard, returned to Chicago yesterday. 

According to the article:

“One year ago, Medina was out in the open on his military base in mountainous southeastern Afghanistan when mortar rounds exploded around him. He took cover inside a building. A Chinook helicopter was taking off to escape the attack, and a downdraft from the rotors collapsed the building on top of Medina. Doctors later told Medina he was a quadriplegic.”

On Friday, Master Sgt. Medina walked through Midway Airport without even using a cane.  Master Sgt. Medina said that he is eager to return to police work after he finishes his rehab.

I am always amazed at the courage and strength of the people who serve in our military.  Please remember all of them in your prayers.