An Incredible Story

You may not have heard the name Steve Gleason before, and if you haven't, you need to know about this amazing man. He's a hero in the city of New Orleans because of the punt he blocked in the Saint's first game in the Superdome following Hurricane Katrina. He gave the city something to cheer about. There's even a statue outside the stadium of him blocking the punt, named "Rebirth." What Steve Gleason gave the city of New Orleans was a moment of rebirth, encouragement and hope, following an event that devastated the city. Steve Gleason was an NFL football player back then. An athletic, strong and passionate man. But nowadays Steve Gleason is a very different man, since ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, has taken control over his body. It has affected his body, but definitely his spirit. So many things have been stripped away from his life, but there are some things that it can't. His love for his wife, his son and life in general is incredible. He may need an automated wheelchair to move and a computer to speak for him, but his attitude is contagious. I think about how often we can have bad attitudes or choose to have a bad day because of what happens to us. Then I think about people like Steve Gleason and how he chooses to make every minute count. How are you going to live today? Full of wrong attitudes or bitterness? Or will you to be thankful for life and live every minute to the fullest? Thanks Steve for showing us what things are important in life and encouraging us. Check out the following recent story about him. Unfortunately Steve has now lost the use of his body and voice, but there is a spirit within him that cannot be quenched! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5b1urNSL488