At almost 62 years of age this is probably not your usual never quit story. But it’s the story of finally understanding who I am because of you guys. I enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1974. I was a grunt that never saw combat but also served right at the end of the involvement in Vietnam. The military wasn’t looked upon in a good light back then. All I wanted to be was a Marine but at that time in this country we were looked upon as losers. Following my release I had a very hard time adjusting to the civilian world just like many others who write their stories. I won’t bore you with the details but drugs, restlessness, almost homelessness were where I was headed. But God had other plans. I was blessed with several mentors that helped lead me back but I was still always restless. I was hit by a drunk driver and lost both my hips at age 30 in 1988. I had been considering re-enlisting at that time. I sank into depression, gained weight and basically became an angry man. I had no identity. Fast forward to just a couple years ago. My wife works at the library. She brought home a book, Lone Survivor. I was riveted by Marcus’s story. This led me to the Patriot Tour. Marcus and the speakers introduced me to the Warrior Class. I realized I was in that class but had been denying it to myself for years. I woke up and realized what a whiner I’d become. And then I found the Podcast, and you and your guests stories have been an inspiration ever since. Every day I wake up more positive and look for ways I can do good. I have lost weight and continue to do so, not for looks, but to be better able to help people with a healthy mind and spirit. I know this sounds fragmented, but you all will never understand what a blessing you have been to me and my family. God bless you all! Sincerely, Dave Hopper