February 2, 2016
You Gave Me Strength

Dr. Laura:

After several years of not hearing you, the wonderful SiriusXM radio that came in my new car has brought you back to me!  After listening again for a few weeks, I am in awe of the influence you had on me and I didn't even know it! 

I always loved your style, appreciated your candor, and took many things to heart.  I was going through a divorce, raising two kids alone and was caring for ailing and dying parents, I was drowning.  No one knew the struggles that surfaced when I was alone at night, but I grew up as an athlete and learned young that you pushed through. In fact, I'm alive because of it.  As a college student, I was slammed into a tree by another skier when I was on the slopes.  I died there, was resuscitated and airlifted to a hospital where after awakening from a coma, I spent several months recovering.  At that time, I had no idea if I would walk again, and what other life challenges I would face.    Fast forward:  I walk, had children, and I dance!  Because I can.

The nuggets of wisdom I gleaned from you crept into my parenting, my relationship with a demanding mother, and my career.  You supported me when I didn't even know it.  I wanted you to know there are many times when you say something and I have an epiphany.  When I felt alone and doubtful, you gave me strength to be what I needed to be.  I am eternally grateful.

Kyle


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