When I need a boost!

Last October, I had the pleasure of hearing Dick Hoyt speak at a convention in Denver. While I had seen the video of his story on youtube, I learned way more about Dick during his presentation. He and his son Ricky are frontiersmen when it comes to paving the way for the disabled in competing in marathons and triathlons. They have done what most will never do, and they live by a simple motto" "YES YOU CAN!" These two are so inspirational, and whenever I'm having a tough day, or feel like I can't make it, I watch their story. What the video doesn't share is that Dick is 69 years old, yes, I said 69!!! As you can tell from the picture above, Dick is not a big man. I am 5'4" and have on heels in the picture, so I'm guessing he is the same height. They completed their 1000th race last year, which was the Boston marathon. 1000? WOW!!!

I have a difficult year ahead. Will I live it in a way that is inspiring to others? When faced with a challenge will I draw into my cave or charge ahead saying, "Yes I can?" Will I set a great example for my daughters? Will I choose to be joyful or sad? Will I bloom where I have been planted? I sure hope so!

Thank you to Dick and Ricky for setting the example and inspiring so many to greatness! I love your story!


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