My Heroes
As time goes by, I will be describing some of my heroes in these lessons. Before my brain tumor I was looking at these people through foggy glasses, I can see them much better now. Order is of no significance. I think each one of these people can be an example to others as well, that’s why these lessons exist. Who are your heroes?

Lewie Suttles - one of my heroes

Lewie is Audrey’s brother, my brother in-law, recently promoted to my brother as well. Lewie was a master carpenter, working on only the most intricate of jobs, such as staircases and fine cabinets. Lewie is also a fine musician as well. One day, I gave Lewie a quick peek at web design and graphics; bought him some tools like Dreamweaver and Fireworks, a totally selfish move on my part. I knew he was an artist and I needed a web artist. Lewie picked up on the opportunity, taught himself the art of web design. At a time in the industry when everyone could make a web page, and experienced web designers were walking the streets looking for work, Lewie sold his carpentry tools and became a web designer and graphics artist at age 48. Today he continues to work tirelessly to improve his new skills with feverish devotion. He is the most courageous and and one of the most dedicated humans I know. Could you have the courage to change to an occupation you knew little or nothing about and follow your heart and soul at age 48 the same way as Lewie? Lewie also works tirelessly on researching cancer treatments and protocols as prescribed by the doc. Besides myself, Audrey’s mom ( Lewie’s mom) also has cancer and is getting treatment at MD. If that’s not enough in one package, Lewie is also one of the most giving, compassionate, non-judgmental and loving humans I know. He is a gift and I am a better person just by knowing him.

Margaret Kilgo - one of my heroes

Margaret is my big sister; she is sixteen years older than I am. All my life she has loved me passionately and fixed things for me. After all, I am her little brother. When I got a brain tumor she wanted to fix that too, she just didn't know how. It drives her crazy that she can't make this tumor stuff go away. My sister works literally all the time, very little downtime. Even at retirement age and with a bad hip she is out of town with her business challenges helping teachers and kids ¾ of the year. She works this hard not for herself or ego; rather for our family and the future of her grown kids and the school kids of Texas. I am not the only one who holds her up as a hero. Many admire her. I worry about her. She pushes herself so hard it is unbelievable. If you ever find yourself working on a deadline and it’s 2 AM and you feel you just cannot go on, rest assured Margaret would work until the job was done, against all odds. Use her as an inspiration, many already do.