Her baby boy would remain hospitalized for two and half months. He finally came home on a cold winter day. Out front, American flags snapped in a stiff wind. Veterans built the house on a beautiful acreage in Parker, Colo. Gave it to the Keils mortgage free. Inside, everything was crafted to help a dad in a wheelchair care for his kids.
"Say nighty-night, Dad." Tracy put Matt Junior down for a nap. His father nuzzled his sister, who was strapped to dad’s chest, listening to his heart.
The babies were nearing their first birthday, already veterans of a veteran’s life. Seven years after that sniper’s bullet interrupted their parent’s dreams, both children were finally doing well. Matt stroked Faith’s hair and grinned.
“Life would be boring if it were perfect and easy.” Read the rest and watch the video. More on the Keil family. Join the Military and Veterans group in the online community. Janelle
