05-05-2008, 05:53 PM
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another American hero lost
Defense Department has announced the passing of Marine Sgt. Merlin German. I first met Merlin last year when I became involved with Operation Comfort/ Automotivation. He was and still is quite an inspiration to all of us.
Merlin was injured in a bomb blast in Iraq and received burns over 97% of his body and was dubbed "the miracle man" by the people at BAMC.
Last year he was interviewed by the Associated Press and said "sometimes I do think that I can't do it. Then I think why not? I can do whatever I want....Nobody has ever been 97% dead and survived, and lived to walk."
I spoke with him often and never once was I saddened but always uplifted. He endured more than 40 surgeries and spent 17 months in the hospital.
He founded a charity to help children burn victims called "Merlin's Miracles"
Like so many of the Heroes that I have been blessed to meet, I wish that more of you could have that oportunity.
Rest in peace Merlin, America is better beause of you.
Jay
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