My name is Cpl. Joshua McCart. While on my 2nd deployment with the 82nd Airborne (1/325) the truck I was in was hit by an IED( Feb.2007). This blast resulted in loss of hearing, multiple shrapnel wounds and the loss of my right hand. Like most people experiencing severe combat wounds I have been through many surgeries and even more mental and emotional struggles. I have been married for 12 years this year and have a 17 year old and 7 year old son. We would like to go to Universal Studios this October because it is a place that has something for every age. My 17 year old graduated this month and will start college soon. I would also like to take my mother in law who has been by our side every step of our journey. She has traveled when needed and watched the kids and dogs for every surgery or issue we have had during my recovery. Not to mention she has been an invaluable support for my wife so that my wife could in turn be supportive to me.
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2005 - 2010
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Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you to those who contributed to make our trip happen. It was very special to have been able to take my mother in law who has been a huge support for us during all the surgeries and struggles. My mother passed away on July 4th of this year. It has been an extremely emotional and stressful time for myself and my family. That made this time to relax and enjoy each other even more special to us. We had fun with no worries about injuries or even the "real world." Since our tickets were provided my wife and I went to Halloween Horror nights for a date night and had a lot of fun! These memories will last a lifetime or two. Our boys, ages 7 and 18, will always remember this trip. One of the best moments was when we went to eat and got caught in a torrential downpour. Everyone was taking cover but we just decided to embrace it. We took off our shoes and hopped through the puddles(which were like little rivers and lakes) and laughed through the rain. Everyone was watching us and we were having such a great time! It took about 24 hours for the car to dry after we got in!! Once again thank you to all those who donated for your support! -Amber and Joshua McCart
- Joshua McCart
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