JR you are a hero in all walks of life I know some vets that came back in way better shape than your self & have given up it is so sad but you give a whole new meaning & hope to every one keep up the good works & I will vote for you not only for you being a hero but because you can DANCE

JR Martinez - you have a great attitude!. Good on you and keep it up! I can tell you - Attitude is everything. I am now a medically retired AF officer. While my injuries were a result of training, not combat, I still endured 16 major surgeries and spent 3 years in and out of comas before I, 'came back'. I was even able to return to limited active duty. Although I could no longer fly for the USAF, which was my chosen path, it was my attitude that allowed me to continue to contribute - I fought to return to active duty and I did contribute -- as a communications officer, helping with operational exercises developing our Theater Missile Defense and real time combat communications capabilities- stuff our forces utilize today. I am now fully retired (they say my short term memory is becoming more of a problem now) but I stay busy. I may even go back to school for a VA sponsored PHD soon... The point is you can do what you envision, so, keep your can do attitude. A lot of people will put obstacles in your way- just keep finding those who don't.. That and the love of your family and country is the only thing that matters and will keep you going... Best to you. Maj Jon Sercel USAF - disabled, retired, but not defeated.