Team Hoyt

It's my birthday last Sunday.. had a really great moment with my dearest and besties.. I have to admit i am having a very satisfying life over this 18 years. Especially when I have a very considerate and patient person =) to listen to me all the time. Thanks a lot Chu.

Lately I came across this real life story that really makes me sob for seconds..
A story about a father,Dick. and his son,Rick Hoyt.

When Rick was born, he suffered from Cerebral Palsy (as a result of the umbilical cord being caught around his neck at birth). Doctors told Dick that his son would never be able to walk or talk and that it would be best to forget about him and leave him in an institution. He would be nothing more than a vegetable for life.

Yet, Dick was determined to bring his son up like any other child and wanted to ensure that he was not deprived of anything in life as a result of his condition. One time, when Rick told his dad that his dream was to compete in a marathon, his Dad pulled, pushed and carried him all the way in their first race.



When Rick told his Dad that he felt that his disability disappeared whenever he was competing, it was all that his Dad needed to hear. Today, at age 66, Dick and his son Rock (aged 44) have competed together in 950 races, 60 marathons and 6 Iron Man Triathlons.


Despite of his disability,Rick is able to graduate from the university of Boston, inspiring millions in the world including me.

A video about them.


People out there, if we are still not satisfy with our life.. still blaming not having the latest gadget, still blaming parents on freedom issues. It have to come to a stop.

Rick is ill but he is still able to graduate from a university, and owning his own apartment. Why are we still complaining ?