6 Quotes by Lee Woodruff

In those long-ago days I saw a daughter with a disability. Now I see a beautiful, engaging person with a different ability, one that has blessed her with extra gifts and special perceptions.

Bob and his Marine division are on their way to Baghdad. The kids can see Dad on TV, though letting them watch his reports is hard.

They remind me every day of the resilience and hope that resides in the human spirit.

I never knew how many little things went into someone's death: choosing the right black patent leather shoes for the little girls to wear; finding out what day someone's paycheck stops; seeing suits and shirts, still in their dry cleaning bags, hanging in a closet.

I continue to be amazed at their honest, probing questions and their extreme courage in facing the news of Bob's injury and our road to recovery. I also draw incredible strength from their presence; their kisses and hugs are better than any medicine.

Maybe there weren’t fairytales, or dreams didn’t often really come true, but this moment felt very close. As close as it gets to perfect in an imperfect world.