“Me quit? Never.” ~ Bethany Hamilton

Monday, January 17, 2011. Today I am grateful for those who rise above their personal tragedies. Bethany Hamilton is such a one! ~ Doc Meek

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“Me, quit? Never!”

RISING ABOVE: Pass It On.

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“About this Billboard”

“Bethany Hamilton began surfing as a child and at age 11 participated in her first competition. Her plans of becoming a pro surfer were seemingly ended at age 13 when she was attacked by a 14-foot tiger shark on October 31, 2003 while surfing near Tunnels Beach in Hawaii. She lost her left arm just below her shoulder and miraculously survived the attack.

“Within months, Bethany was back on her surfboard. She continues to pursue her dream of becoming a professional surfer and has entered numerous contests. She won 5th place at the 2004 National Scholastic Surfing Association Nationals Championships, has made the finals in several other events, and has won three contests. Her determination to rise above adversity continues to inspire the people around her.”

Thank you, Bethany Hamilton, for your courage, your persistence, your smile, and your purposeful action in the face of personal tragedy!

Doc Meek, Monday, January 17, 2011, Sherwood Park, Alberta, CANADA

4 Responses to ““Me quit? Never.” ~ Bethany Hamilton”

  • jenna:

    bethany thanks for being such an amzing dreamer u have taught me never to give up and keeep dreaming keep surfing soul surfer

  • Dear Jenna, Thank you for your heartfelt encouragement to Bethany and to all of us!
    Best of Blessings and Gratitudes, Doc

  • This is an amazing story. Thanks for sharing it with the world. We need people who cannot be discouraged from pursuing their dreams despite the obstacles that may come their way.

    Jeannette Meek

  • Thank you Jeannette! Nice to see you on THE LEARNING CLINIC WORLDWIDE blog again. Love Ya! – Collins, aka Doc :o)

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