You may have already seen Channel 4’s ad for the Paralympics…..if you have, watch it again, because it is worth it. If you haven’t watch it to be uplifted, inspired and listen to a fantastic song.
Now find out more……..
As Alvin Law says, there are no disabilities, just people with incredible talents!
[Thanks to everyone who taught me how to imbed videos. It worked like a charm. I think I was overthinking the whole process!]
11 replies on “Superhuman stories”
I personally know a few people with serious disabilities who have wrought miracles – it makes me shut up every time I feel like complaining…
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I so agree, Marina. Being able to move easily through the day is a blessing.
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Reblogged this on Letters from Athens and commented:
Having watched the Paralympics in Athens in 2004, I remain in awe of these people – they are real heroes. Read this post by Anne Lawson.
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Thanks for the reblog, Marina. It deserves to be spread as widely as possible!
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I think this is one of their best yet! The ballroom bit was filmed at The Rivoli Ballroom, near me and where I’ve been dancing a lot. Didn’t know the back stories or that the band were so global so thanks for sharing them. Ps Go Team GB!
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The back stories were fascinating, and showed both how ordinary and at the same time superhuman people are!
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They shame the rest of us into saying “yes, we can too….”
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Wow! I don’t watch television, so miss these nice things when they come out. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!! I watched everything you had and looked for more. I love that such spirit is being celebrated like this on and in the media! I’m glad we met up today Anne 🙂
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Isn’t it wonderful! So glad I could share it with you.
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Indeed these individuals are the real life superheros of our world. I salute them!
And thank you for letting us know about them 🙂
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So pleased to be able to share it. It deserves a wide audience. Thanks for visiting.
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