INTRODUCTION

Hello friends. It has taken me three years since I originally started this blog with the inspiration and support of Rotarian Audrey Clark who was a lifelong dear friend of Mr. Jerry Erich of San Jose California- husband father and Rotarian. Many of us attribute courage as physical courage, the ability to withstand suffering on a physical level or performing actions that are routinely done by first responders. However, courage/fortitude can manifest itself in so many different ways beside physical actions. Jerry and Dorothy Erich served as witnesses to many people of their courage in the face of a debilitating and frightful disease-poliomyelitis (polio). The purpose of this blog is to share with you the story of a wonderful and courageous couple who dealt with their lifelong disease with grace and joyful service. It is my hope that this blog will serve as an inspiration to all of us that even under the most extraordinary difficulties and suffering, each of us has the power to live a courageous and joyful life. Your comments and stories are most welcomed.