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I started to write a long essay, but scrapped it instead for this picture of my Smilin' Jack:

He comes from a long line of sailors yet surprised us when he entered OCS after earning his BA in music and then his MBA.
He lost his leg in a boating accident in March and is fighting his way back. His sunny attitude has never wavered. His desire to serve has never waned. I am confident that Ensign TJ Stecker II will earn his wings in 2010.

I couldn't be more proud.
-Christine Stecker

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Comment by Paula Barnett on January 22, 2010 at 6:09pm: sure hope he is doing well!

Comment by Denise Hill Barlow on November 12, 2009 at 11:56am: What an incredible photo and a handsome young man. Thank you for sharing this photo and your thoughts.

Comment by Tish Pomykal on November 11, 2009 at 11:06pm: What a handsome young man, and also a brave young man. You have every right to be proud. I'm so sorry to hear that he lost a leg in an accident. May God bless him in all his endeavors in the future.

Comment by Nancy Paonessa/Nancymunchkin on November 11, 2009 at 4:55pm: Thank you for the beauiful photo, he is a very strong man and we are also proud of him, one question though is that your husband or son?

Comment by NolaMar on November 11, 2009 at 3:39pm: Proud indeed! What brave and determined young man! And an encouragement to others too, I'm sure. Thanks so much for sharing!

Comment by hickifino on November 11, 2009 at 3:03pm: Strong and positive role model for all of us. Hugs to him and thank you!

Comment by Juliegr on November 11, 2009 at 2:07pm: Hugs, Chris! Glad you shared your story and congratulations to TJ for his grit.

Love ya.

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