What his family is doing is wonderful, not uncommon, especially for military families.
If you read this and have any ability to give......give.
They started the walk on Feb 17th.
http://thewarriorswalk.com
My name is Patrick Griffith and I am writing this on behalf of my brother-in-law, Joshua Hargis, and THE WARRIOR’S WALK. On October 6th, 2013 Josh, along with members of 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, were conducting operations in Southern Afghanistan. During the operation multiple Improvised Explosive Devices were employed by the enemy. The overwhelming damage caused by the insurgents left four US Soldiers dead and a multitude of wounded. One of those casualties was Josh; who was severely wounded, losing both his legs from the knees down. In the aftermath of this tragedy Josh was transported to a military hospital where millions of people would bear witness to Josh’s “Salute Seen Around the World.”
Josh married my sister, Taylor on June 11, 2011 and they are now expecting their first child. Without question there is a lot going on in their lives and this is only the beginning of a series of adversities that they will have to overcome. As an older brother and family member I would do anything to take back this tragedy that has struck their family–but I can’t. We can, however, do something. As with any tragedy that befalls a person and their family we have a choice: lament and fall, or stand up and walk. This is exactly what we plan to do – THE WARRIOR’S WALK.
The 222 mile Warrior Walk will start at my unit in Fort Stewart, Georgia and finish at Josh’s unit in Fort Benning, Georgia. My wife and I, along with members of my family, my unit, and several friends will walk for warriors who are unable to make the walk themselves.
Our plan is to raise enough money for Josh and Taylor to get through this situation and help defray costs for things that will be needed in their future.
Wheelchairs vary widely, with some being geared towards those with an active lifestyle and others which are geared towards promoting recovery. Prosthetic legs, generally designed to last 2 to 4 years, will need to be changed and replaced depending on a person’s activity as well. We would like him to be able to enjoy and maintain his health and continue to live unrestricted by his injury. Last but not least, home and vehicle modifications for wheelchair access and ease of living are costly, and will exceed what the military is able to provide for compensation.
Though we can’t change what has happened, we can change their future. We humbly ask for your support in the form of monetary donations and sponsorship of THE WARRIOR’S WALK in order to assist in their family’s transition and re-adjustment. Any assistance will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Patrick Griffith The Warrior's Walk has begun! We are on our way!
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