Profile Essays: Grandpa.

By definition, my grandfather is handicapped. However, he doesn't act as though he is, and he certainly does not want to be treated in any special way. In fact, most of the handicapped people in society do not appreciate being treated in a way different from anyone else. They just want to be accepted as human beings. Some people become handicapped as a result of an accident. Others are born with their disabilities. My grandfather …

…grandpa's perseverance and strength have influenced my life. He has taught me that no matter what a person's physical condition is, it is how he or she mentally and emotionally handles the situation that counts. My grandfather has always had a strong sense of where he was going and what he wanted to do. He was, and still is, mentally prepared for whatever lies ahead. My goal in life is to be that way, too.