Was blessed to attend a Charlotte Veterans Network/ Charlotte Bridge Home luncheon last Weds, 15 Nov. This is a monthly event that provides the veteran community in Charlotte a chance to get together. Saw some old friends and visited with others that I was getting to know.
They usually have a guest speaker, and this month was one that left quite an impression. MSG Cedric King spoke with us. He shared some inspirational thoughts, acknowledged the challenges he faced as he recovered from devastating injuries from an IED. He shared scriptures that came to mind as he reflected on the blessings in his life and encouraged us all to keep pushing forward.
I wrote down just a few of the quotes that I enjoyed from his presentation.
"Life is happening for us."
"Bad things happen to good people to make them great."
"Running was an exercise in failure." (learning to run after losing his legs)
I am proud to count myself as a service member and proud of fellow service members like MSG King. Those like him have dealt with much more than I have had to even contemplate, and I applaud their grit and resilience in the face of daunting obstacles.
GB Gators
1 day ago
