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Bethany Hamilton

by Andrea from St. Albert, Alberta, Canada

My Hero By: Andrea M.
Bethany Hamilton after the shark attack (I drew it)
Bethany Hamilton after the shark attack (I drew it)

My hero Is Bethany Hamilton. Bethany was born in Kauai, Hawaii and she is 14 years old and she still lives in Kauai with her mom and dad . SHE LOVES SURFING! Every weekend she most likely goes surfing.

She lost her arm surfing on Halloween morning. The waves were huge; it was perfect until a tiger shark attacked and she lost 60% of her blood. She was lucky she could swim to safety and could get help.

She’s been surfing since she was a child and she is very talented and can surf with one arm. Today she still surfs with strong bravery.

She inspires me by her strong bravery. Some day I hope to have as strong as bravery as her.

Page created on 5/6/2008 12:00:00 AM

Last edited 5/6/2008 12:00:00 AM

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