Parents can do amazing things when it comes to their children.. They will sacrifice everything, including their own life to keep them safe.
This woman, Stephanie Decker, nearly lost her life protecting her kids during the recent storms. what she did lose was her legs.
//www.weather.com/outlook/weather-news/news/articles/woman-loses-legs_2012-03-06
I read that story, and was moved, almost to tears. As a parent, as a fire fighter/EMT that has worked tornado wreckage, as an amputee… This woman had the courage to do what had to be done for her children.
I saw that she is in the same hospital system I was in when I had to lose my legs, I know she is in the best place for recovery and therapy. And I wish her well. She will meet many of the people that helped me, and I know they can do for her as they did for me.
I am told many of the new amputees at the U of L and Jewish/Frazier complex are directed here, to see life goes on. That there is still hope. So, on the off chance that Mrs. Decker or her family is directed here to read about my experiences..
You have my respect, Mrs. Decker. You paid nearly the ultimate price for your children. You are what other mothers should strive to be. “I’m Sorry you lost your legs” is something you will hear. But, because you lost your legs. your not hearing “I’m sorry you lost your children.”
As you go through your therapy, get new prosthetic legs, learn to live your life again… You remember that. You have your kids, you did it right. Your kids are worth it, and will always be worth it.
I stand in awe of you for it, and I wish you a speedy recovery.
Mrs. Decker, you are a hero.
I invite everyone that reads my blog to go to the link above and share it. I think more parents should learn from this courageous woman’s actions.
I know I have.
Neil