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This article is about a women that is quadriplegic. She never let that keep her from doing what she wanted to do. She sailed around Britain and across the English Channel. She is the first quadriplegic women to complete both of these challenged alone. This caught my eye because not very many people have completed this task and how is it possible that some one could do it without using their arms or their legs. Well, it turns out that she made it possible by using straws. She drove the boat by blowing into straws. Each straw did something different.
This women is a hero to a lot of people because not only did she do something that most women can not do with working arms and legs, but she did something that even some men can not do. She shows people that no matter what obstacles you have to overcome to do something, it is possible and to never give up.
Haley West, Section #3018, TTH 9:30-10:45
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I find the article particularly inspiring as well. Not only is Hilary Lister a college graduate, she has sailed across Britain and across the English Channel. Accomplishments most people would be proud of, she did so without the use of limbs, making her feats even more remarkable.
While women and disabled individuals will probably take particular notice, the story should inspire everyone, regardless of gender or ability. Hilary Lister's story truly shows that if one puts enough effort into something, nothing is unachievable. It is gratifying to know that she is not only accomplishing her dreams, but she is also helping others to reach theirs through her foundation.
Eric Harnden
Kin 338i, Section 6
T/R 2:00-3:15 PM
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