It was literally within seconds.

I was completely knocked out. I know I wouldn't have woken up if I hadn't heard them pounding on my window.

If they hadn't been there that night, I wouldn't be here today.

I want them "dunked"-plunged deeply into life, brought up gasping and dripping, and returned to us humble and ready to learn.

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My ancestors were fighters, something I have inherited.