I have introduced you to a number of young people who are making a difference, and I want to do it again. Welcome to young Patrick Henry Hughes. Patrick was born without eyes and a condition which made it impossible for him to straighten his arms and legs.
He has an amazing will and inner strength that is difficult for me to describe. Despite his disability, he was playing the piano at nine months! Besides being a student at the University of Louisville, he and his father are members of the Marching Band. Yes, his father! His father pushes Patrick's wheelchair through the routines as Patrick plays his trumpet.
In 2007, his family was chosen to receive a new house from the Extreme Makeover Home Edition television show. He has spoken on four continents and all over the country. He has written one book so far and has two CD's of his piano playing. It truly is an extraordinary story! To learn more about young Patrick, visit his website by clicking here.
I first learned of Patrick when a friend sent me this video which aired on ESPN. Check it out:
What do you think?
I welcome your comments.
Later,
Mike
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I saw the original show on ESPN. I too thought Patrick was truly amazing but I was more intrigue by his parents. They made and are still making huge time and committments to Patrick. An amazing family!
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