Fast and Reliable, a mindblowingly inspiring short movie. A must see.
Dexter is a bike courier in New York that lost one leg riding his bike after risking his life to save a child on the street from being hit by a truck. He now rides his bike with a pair of crutches strapped on the bike and started his own courier company where he still rides. He gets a lot of attention, and he loves his job. Here’s one of his memorable lines.
There was one lady walking with her kid, she said, Did you see that guy? When i tell you to do something and you tell me you can’t do it I want you to remember this guy.
He did the NY City Marathon 6 times on Crutches. Learn more about Dexter’s messenger service, B&L Bike Messenger, by calling 212.560.0771 or by sending an email to bandlcouriers AT yahoo.com
Seeing this movie will make you reevaluate your perspective on what you think is an obstacle in your life, and what is possible around the seemingly impossible.
What important obstacles have you overcome in your life?
Great subject! Love the quote.
Overcoming obstacles is the only way to deal with disability. We can sit back and whine about life (I’ve done my fair share in the past) or we can buck up and make a change.
One obstacle I’ve overcome in my life is forgetting about the kids. I’m on disability and a fulltime dad, so it’s my job to pick them up from school. Years ago this used to be very difficult for me. Invariably, I’d get distracted and would completely forget from time to time to pick them up. Oh, I’d remember, but an hour later. Not good. So I trained myself to not do that anymore. I’m very mindful of the clock now, plus I have my PDA beep at me constantly. When it’s time to be out front to get the bus when my four year old comes home, I’m not on the other side of town doing something completely unrelated! I’m right where I’m supposed to me. It’s not easy. In fact, it’s quite difficult to do, but I am sufficiently motivated to not let my kids down anymore.
Consequently, this is one less thing my wife has to worry about, too, and my marriage is better for it.
~Douglas
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