 I don't look at myself as being disabled. However, wearing the US Army symbol on my leg, I fight harder, I work harder, and I have a better outlook on life. I want my kids to see that, hey, it doesn't matter what injury occurs, it's not a matter of disability, it's a matter of mind. You can still compete with the best on any level. When I got to Lancetville, Germany, they did an MRI with contrast and found that there was such significant damage that I'd probably let out of the military. My injuries to my leg kept progressing as time went along. We knew Bob was going to eventually have his amputation that was a given. Even though I didn't really show it to my family, it was very, very difficult. It's almost like he didn't feel man enough. That was hard. I felt I was gonna get to the point where I wouldn't be able to do anything, especially knowing that I had to learn how to walk again. And DAV is helping me fulfill that goal. DAV gives veterans hope. From my own personal experience, DAV has offered and given more than any other organization or government could offer. DAV has helped us tremendously for Bob to be able to compete. I mean, it helps him have a sense of purpose. For nearly a century, DAV has been supporting our veterans and their families in their time of need by helping them secure the benefits they've earned. But they need your help. When you give 63 cents a day, you're giving veterans hope. When you go to helpdav.org and give a monthly gift today, we'll send you this official DAV blanket as a thank you and a reminder of your commitment to help our brave servicemen and women. Thank you for helping veterans and their families. Anything a veteran needs, they always have somebody there for you. And that's what I love about DAV. They make you feel like you're part of a family. There are so many more disabled veterans who need our support. Please go online to helpdav.org or call DAV to donate right now.