Coleman wrote her a lovely letter back (on the right)…
- Transcript below:
Dear (my insperation) Derrick Coleman,
I know how you feel. I also have hearing aids. Just try your best. I have faif in you Derrick good job on January 20th game. GO seattle seahawks! here are the things we have in common.
I where two hearing aids. I love sports.
Other things are I’m a identical twin and my twin where’s one hearing aid too.
— His response: —
Dear Miss Koualcik,
Thanks for the letter. Really was great hearing from a friend who I have so much in common with. I aprciate [sic] you rooting for the Seahawks and me and hope you continue to do so when we play in the Superbowl!!!
I want you to know that I always try my best in everything I do and have faith in you & your twin sister too. Even though we wear hearing aids, we can still accomplish our goals & dreams! If you or your family ever in Seattle, I hope we can all get together & play some sports or games!
Take care,
Derrick L. Coleman Jr.
Please also see this inspirational video featuring Derrick Coleman…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2HD57z4F8E
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Reblogged this on hopeandloveradio and commented:
Since im hard of hearing as well, I HAD to reblog this. Anything is possible! Always believe that.
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