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My only real fear was that I would not be able to surf again because I was concerned that I would not physically be able to do it. I knew that if I wasn't able to surf then my life would really change.

Bethany Hamilton

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Bethany Hamilton
Age: 34
Born: 1990
Born: February 8
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It was what God had taught me growing up that helped me overcome my fear and get back on the board. 'Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go' (Joshua 1:9).
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Both of my parents are surfers, of course, so they understood where my passion for surfing was at and I guess they saw the talent that I had.
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I'm just waiting for God to tell me what to do, but whatever it is, I want to be doing something like I am doing now-serving God and helping people.
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