Story about a Marine who just passed away, just thought I'd post it up here, it's touching Options

[GriffGirl]

"'Miracle Marine'" dies after beating odds

Also, check his site out:
http://merlinsmiracles.com/#

This guy deserves much respect and the thoughts and prayers for him and his family and friends left behind.

[GriffGirl]

Wow. I had no idea. Some of you really suck.

I saw this story, and it touched me because this guy stands for so much - he represents every single person who has VOLUNTEERED for this stupid ass bull**** of a lie war. He overcame TREMENDOUS obstacles, and turned it into something positive that will change the lives of many. This guy is a reminder that we should respect and remember EVERY person in the armed forces, whether they get injured or not, who is willing to stand up for and die for this country, despite its leadership for that matter! This man represents strength of character in the face of adversity - and pain - and suffering, tremendous pain and suffering.

I didn't mean to spark such a debate, but I'm not apologizing for posting up the link to the story. He deserves recognition and respect for the life he lead, a moment of reflection from strangers for the void he's undoubtedly left behind in his passing, and praise for starting something bigger than himself.

It's a story that to me, is a reminder that all of those people who DON'T get the recognition of news stories deserve to have some positive energy put out into the universe by us. We may not hear about every single one of them, but it doesn't mean they aren't being thought of or praised and respected in some other way.