Never Tell Me Never

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Janine Shepherd’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Once a champion cross-country skier training for the Winter Olympics, her life changed dramatically after a devastating bike accident in the Blue Mountains. Struck by a truck, she suffered severe injuries, including broken bones in her neck, back, arm, collarbone, and ribs, along with massive internal damage and significant blood loss. Doctors warned her family that survival was unlikely, and even if she did recover, walking again seemed impossible. Confronted with the reality of her shattered Olympic dreams, Janine refused to accept the dire prognosis. Instead, she channeled her energy into healing her body and spirit. Inspired by the sight of small planes overhead, she declared, "If I can’t walk, I’ll fly." Remarkably, within a year, she earned her private pilot’s license, followed by a commercial license and instructor’s permit, all while diligently working to regain her ability to walk. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and the indomitable human spirit, inspiring all who encounter it.