Airman Colton Read

Colton,
Glad to see things are progressing so well for you. I share your progress and website with my class on a regular basis. We are praying for you and Jessica.

Colton, I have been following your story and praying that you will have great progress as you transition into new things. I admire your courage and spirit and pray that you and your wife and family will continue to be strengthened by all the prayers and good wishes sent your way. Thank you for your service to our great country!

Colton,
You are an inspiration to us all. While we continue to pray for you, Jessica and your family, it is gratifying to see those prayers being answered in the form of not only your recovery but your strong positive attitude. Keep the faith.

Following your story has been such an uplifting experience. Knowing what you've been through.... You've remained in our prayers!!

We wish you all the best!!!

colton, so wonderful to read your update...stay positive! jerzy (retired military) and i live in an rv fulltime and will be living and working in austin...would love to meet you and jessica!!!love, barbaralee and jerzy

Hey Bud,
Just stoppin by and checkin up on ya. Glad to hear that everything is goin well for ya! Man if you took up hand cycling think about how much bigger your arms would be! Lol alright brotha take it easy and hope to hear from ya soon.

Wes

Hey Colton, good to hear your doing so great! I think you should ask for a vette with hand controls! I saw 60 min's the other night and it had a story on a guy with robotic legs, the guy who had them on could practically run with them and he raved how he loved them. Technology has come so far! Glad to hear you and Jessica are back in a house, that has to be nice. Take Care and keep the site going! =)

Jess and Colton,
Each time I read your updates I am filled with so much inspiration! I say live life to the fullest and try everything! We just could not be more proud of you two. I know Gran and Pop had a great time visiting with you when they were there. We send out our love!

Hello Colton and Family...I..was away from comp for a month and saw such an amazing improvement, it was heart warming to see your own words today Colton!!!:) I knew that the circle of white healing light would save you and your inner spirit, your a warrior to many.I hope you get a little extra for some shiney rims LOL. I am glad your home..I also live in Ohio, a mom of 2 and a grandmother of 3.I can only hope that my grandchildren have your heart and unmeasurable strength when they become adults. You are an inspiration to many and I wrote everyone I knew on line and then some..even the Our beloved president. I am glad that things are improving now..will check back soon much Respct and Blessings to you and the family! paraolyimpics heck yah!!!!

Colton and Jessica,

First and foremost allow me to thank you for your honorable service. As a daughter of a 20 year veteran there were many days I didn't see my father growng up but because of his duty I am afforded the luxury of living in a protected society resulting from his sacrifice. There is not a week that goes by that I don't think of your story from the moment I read it when it first broke.

Although the mistake causing this unfortunate tragegy was unforgiveable the manner in which you've both handled it is even more unbelievable. I'd like to think I would have the same courage and positive attitude but I can't say many of us would. I'm not having the best year myself but when I'm feeling low I immediately put the brakes on and think of everything you been through thus far and yet to come. It's apparent you love each other, have faith and the foundation for what it takes to make a real difference in this world. I'm sure you will use your leadership by example to do just that.

Thank you for all the updates on your progress. My business partner have been following them and I are committed to aiding your cause through a new venture we are starting. In addition I, along with every american out there, should ensure you are both taken care of properly. We all know that the squeaky wheel gets the oil so I'm putting out a challenge.... WRITE YOUR CONGRESSMAN AND SENITOR. I am doing this and challange every one who reads this to do the same!!! Politicians often come out with initial support then get busy and can be easily distracted. They can't however ignore thousands of letters! Contact me if you don't know how to get started...Together we can never make it right but may make it a litle better.

Coltin, you and your family have my prayers and continued support from this day forward.

Nikki Mayer
THINK TANK
nikkimayer@hotmail.com

You are an outstanding Airman! You have such a great attitude and positive outlook. You are an inspiration to all of us.

Colton, So wonderful to read the update from you! You have proven to be such an inspiration and living proof that God does work miracles and gives us the strength and determination we need in this crazy ride called life.

How great! The Paralympics! Sounds like a great time and my 3 girls play volleyball (2 high school, varsity level, 1 jr. high) and dearly love the sport! I can't wait to share with them your new way to play! They will be amazed and inspired! I'm sure your kills and digs would give them a run for their money!!

I'm sure you can feel the love surrounding you daily with prayers, emails, letters, phone calls. Your spirit and attitude are infectous.

Sending much love and support from us here in Ohio. Anxiously waiting for more news and paralympic info.!

I heard about you a while ago and again this past week in a briefing..You have gone through a lot and I just want to wish you all the best..thanks for having such a positive attitude and sharing your story with the world. I am sure you will have many challenges but keep up that positivity, push yourself and you will go far. Remember that Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.