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How does three years go by so quickly, and yet contain a lifetime worth of changes? As most of you know, three years ago, on October 11th, Emily and I hydroplaned into the back of a tractor trailer. I was driving. Weather made it an unfortunately unavoidable accident. Fortunately for me, I do not remember the accident or the immediate aftermath. What I do remember from that time three years ago, is the kindness and caring that surrounded me: from family and friends, from medical staff and strangers, from people I barely knew that I now consider family. That kindness sustained me in some very difficult times. I will always be in awe of and completely amazed that my life meant so much that others exhibited such unwaivering and unending support. Although I do not tend to focus on the accident or even the lingering challenges I face, I think it is important to mark this day as one of significance.  Because, this may have been a very bad day three years ago, and I may have had ma