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1. #1
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:45 am, meatpieandtatters said:

   Every day is a gift. Perceive and enjoy the moment. The past is done. The future undetermined. Now.

2. #2
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:47 am, Truesoldier said:

   That is a great article. Thanks for sharing that with us Michelle.

3. #3
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:48 am, undrseige247 said:

   Wow, thanks Michelle.

4. #4
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:49 am, Rogue Cheddar said:

   Thanks Michelle, I needed that.

5. #5
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:51 am, Misscheryl said:

   Thanks Michelle!

6. #6
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:54 am, On-my-soap-box said:

   I bet his mom had a happy mothers day!

   I also bet his mother was pressured to keep him – yeah right.

7. #7
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:58 am, ajmontana said:

   Nick for President!

8. #8
   On May 12th, 2008 at 8:59 am, DesertLover said:

   Thanks Michelle,

   I needed a Monday morning pick me up …

   Great story …

9. #9
   On May 12th, 2008 at 9:04 am, On-my-soap-box said:

   Nick for President!

   X 1000000000000

10. #10
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:05 am, MikeOK said:

    Great story, and a timely reminder that doctors don’t always know everything. Thanks, Michelle.

11. #11
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:08 am, tre said:

    John 9
    Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind
    1As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. 2His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?”
    3″Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life.

    I’d say God’s Power is being displayed here.

12. #12
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:10 am, concretebob said:

    Jeez I’ve got too many construction workers around to read this. Now I have to explain, AGAIN, why my eyes look funny.
    Thank You Michelle. Happy Belated Mothers Day.

13. #13
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:10 am, katieanne said:

    I am in awe of Nick and his family. What a blessing Nick was born to the parents he was.

14. #14
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:11 am, ACHefty said:

    He has a good sense of humor, too.

    Something we all need from time to time. The fact that this lad is defying “ordinary” in both medical and physical terms is astonishing and motivating.

    Well done, Nick. I’ll be sure to keep this one in the archives for my adopted daughter who has some crippling issues of her own. I’m sure you’ll inspire her when the time is appropriate.

15. #15
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:19 am, dan708 said:

    Truly amazing! I have two healthy arms, but this kid draws better than me. Keep on truckin’, Nick.

16. #16
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:29 am, Barry F. said:

    Nick is an inspiration. May he continue to grow and prosper in his pursuits.

    Thank you for sharing that with us, Michelle.

17. #17
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:30 am, englishqueen01 said:

    Great story. It’s amazing what people can do with their own gumption, health, and a sense of humor.

    Wish this attitude was more pervasive in our culture.

18. #18
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:33 am, RaisedRight said:

    I love Nick’s joke at the end. He sounds like a very cool kid.

19. #19
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:35 am, robert said:

    Thanks for a great way to start the week, reminds me of my dad’s philosophy after his crippling stroke; “handicapped is between your ears”. He farmed, built sheds, sold advertizing, went fishing, basically whatever he wanted to do he did. Miss him terribly after he died in 2001, but still remember this valuable lesson that this kid has also learned. Again, thanks for the memories and great story.

20. #20
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:55 am, abstractmind said:

    The strength of this child should remind us to reflect on ourselves, and eliminate the weaknesses therein.

    If he can do it, so can we

21. #21
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:56 am, graysonret said:

    Whenever you think that the world just threw you a “bad curve”, think of Nick. I had the wonderful opportunity to work with quad kids in high school, for 3 years, usually on ventilators, and I never met more kids, at ease with themselves, with a terrific attitude, in one place. If you came to work there, in a bad mood, it was quickly removed, by the kids. Nick has that same personality. He must be quite a joy and inspiration to many.

22. #22
    On May 12th, 2008 at 9:59 am, 30 pcs of silver said:

    Great kid! Great family! Love the drawing. They say a picture is worth a thousand words… That picture has left me speechless.

23. #23
    On May 12th, 2008 at 10:05 am, Milwaukee Mike said:

    “One time I told my mom that I thought I had broken my ankle and she flipped out,”

    Now that’s my kind of humor! Great story, great kid!

24. #24
    On May 12th, 2008 at 10:12 am, purple1 said:

    Great story! I have seen this boy on TV before skateboarding. He is amazing and a reminder that our daily struggles are insignicant in comparison. We have nothing to complain about. Make life the best you can with what you have. Nick is my hero!

25. #25
    On May 12th, 2008 at 10:33 am, American Elephant said:

    Sounds like a great kid with a great mom. Thanks Michelle.

26. #26
    On May 12th, 2008 at 11:24 am, WarTip said:

    Forced huh? Blessed with Love, Faith and a sense of ability rather than a victim-mentality? May God bless this entire family for their efforts!

27. #27
    On May 12th, 2008 at 12:14 pm, Kevin from Ohio in Virginia said:

    “One time I told my mom that I thought I had broken my ankle and she flipped out,” said Nick, giggling. “I was like, ‘calm down!’”

    It’s amazing how some people are able to laugh off “stuff” like this. He is an amazing kid. So many people would wallow in self-pity.

    My high school government teacher had his legs blown off in Vietnam; he is a real American hero. He always used to say stuff like, “You’re pulling my leg,” or, “You can talk the talk, but can you walk the walk?” I’m always impressed by people like those.

28. #28
    On May 12th, 2008 at 1:24 pm, feebiebabe said:

    Great story, Michelle. Thanks for posting.

29. #29
    On May 12th, 2008 at 2:51 pm, tuffy said:

    Excellent. Thanks for sharing it.

30. #30
    On May 12th, 2008 at 3:18 pm, KaosKlerik said:

    Some days we need to be reminded to see the half of the glass that is full.

31. #31
    On May 12th, 2008 at 5:16 pm, rightisright said:

    Thank you Michelle, what a great story, that young man has more courage than most people I know with both arms and legs. I admire the devotion, love and caring his family has for him and he for them, it’s wonderful.

32. #32
    On May 13th, 2008 at 7:46 pm, starlightwoman said:

    Thanks Michelle - he is such an inspiration. It’s all in the attitude.