Meet my friend, Pete Petro, he scored a 35 on his ACT and is currently finishing his freshman year at Samford. Pete is one of the most popular students at Samford University. He has muscular dystrophy but what Pete “gets” is that he must focus on what he can do, not what he can’t do!
I haven’t known Pete long, but what I see in him and through him I greatly appreciate. Pete brought down the house last Friday with an awesome toast to the bride and groom. Soon after that Amy and I were talking with his dad, Paul Petro. He told us many great things about their family but most importantly he told us, ” I thank God everyday that I get to be Pete’s dad.” At that very moment, I was reminded that, “the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.”(1 Samuel 16:7)
I shouldn’t feel sorry for Pete or his family. I should actually feel sorry for my lack of appreciation for Amy, Cooper, and Addison because ALL relationships matter. Until we meet again Pete Petro, I appreciate your heart, the fact that we are brothers in Christ, and for you making me your +1!!