This experience has taught me so many lessons about life and work, but the biggest is how resilient the human spirit is and what can be accomplished when working in unison for the betterment of others.

Sadly, there is nothing special about this story; there are literally thousands of Veterans like me, quietly fighting the lasting effects of these wars on the sidelines of life; refusing to give in or up!  

I always get the people who you don’t want to sit next too. You know the type, the ones with bad hygiene and who don’t have a concept of personal space.

I was one of two photographers assigned to capture an expedition that included celebrities, veterans, and climbing enthusiasts.