Superhero costumes, always worn with a pair of red rubber boots, were his daily outfits from age 2 through age 8.
He sought adventure constantly, always pretending we were all in danger so he could save us!
He stopped wearing the costumes, but he never stopped seeking adventure.
As the years flew by, it seemed like life did not intrigue him and he sought something more exciting.
He struggled to choose his future path when faced with that decision in high school, until…
He became the hero once again.
The costumes were put away when they no longer fit, but the one he wears now carries honor.
It was earned, and its value will continue to increase as the years carry on.
His early childhood goal of saving us has become his reality, and he is willing to give his life to do so.
I didn’t know then, how much that cape meant to him… now I see that the superhero “spark” became what defines him.
Son. Soldier. Super Hero.
Overcoming Obstacles 