 When I woke up, I was already missing all my arms and legs. It was a hard time. You know, there was a lot of pain. I just looked at the life of being flat on my back with other people taking care of me. And I was not up for doing that. While I was in the military, I contracted bacteria. I went in through my sinuses, turned me septic. He was definitely ill. They said he probably wasn't going to make it through the night. I got gangrene on my extremities. It was like a burn victim. Dave was in a very dark place. I was looking at a long period where, you know, I wasn't going to be able to do anything for myself. I just didn't want to be here. Sable American Veterans stepped in and saved my life. The DAV came in when I was still flat on my back and got me through that rough state that I was in. 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. Since the DAV, he is living life to the fullest. Everything that I get involved with with the DAV, it's something new, something different. Dave came back from his first DAV experience with a huge smile on his face and he was in a great mood. When they sent me to where sports and sent me down from the top of the mountain, I got adrenaline back again. When you give to the DAV, you can rest assured that the money will go to the veteran and their families, just like us. When you call or 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 our brave servicemen and women. The most important thing that they've given me is purpose. Being involved with something that's bigger than myself. DAV saved my life. I wouldn't be here without them. There are so many more disabled veterans who need our support. Please go online to helpDAV.org or call DAV to donate right now.