"My college experience was like everyone else's. I learned a lot. I gained a new perspective on the world and on people that I'm so thankful and appreciative for."
Kyle Carpenter"As far as me being inspirational to other combat-wounded guys, I would say that it's the opposite. To see guys at Walter Reed that I recovered with every day and they were missing every single one of their limbs - that is what I would say is inspiring."
Kyle Carpenter"Be thankful for what you have. Appreciate the small and simple things."
Kyle Carpenter"Scars are a truly beautiful thing. Yes, they can be a little ugly on the outside, but scars show that you're a survivor, that you made it through something, and not only did you make it through, but now you're stronger and wiser and more educated because of that tough time that you went through."
Kyle Carpenter"And when things get tough, trust there is a bigger plan and that you will be stronger for it."
Kyle Carpenter"I am a retired United States Marine Corporal and I started out in 2nd Battalion Night Marines on my deployment and I finished my career in the Marine Corps at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center as a patient."
Kyle Carpenter