Project Walk and my friend Frankie

While the team and I were in San Diego preparing to play the Chargers I took some time out of the weekend to visit a Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Center called, Project Walk with my friend, Frankie. Frankie is 21 and was paralyzed in a dirt bike accident on October 28th, 2007 and has recently moved to San Diego to rehab at Project Walk on a regular basis. Frankie hasn't stopped believing and is pushing himself each and everyday to regain feeling and walk again. He has become a hero of mine and I am going to be there by his side each step of the way believing with him and pushing him. Take a look at the video we shot while we were at Project Walk. Show Frankie some love and some encouragement! All it takes is a little believing a lot of prayers and some faith and all of our dreams can become reality....

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• webkid30 said November 19, 2008

  Dwayne, you're a class act, man. You continue to impress. Keep your big heart and passion for helping others because it makes a huge difference.

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• shizz08 said November 19, 2008

  it's all love- you've made a difference in some one elses life. thats whats up, the blessing will continue to go around- hats off to you bro.

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  • DwayneBowe replied November 20, 2008

    Thanks man. Project Walk and Frankie mean a lot to me so I won't stop believing!
• cmalone145 said November 19, 2008

  Dwayne your awesome, keep it up. And keep scoring touchdowns so my fantasy team wins. lol

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• avatar4 said November 19, 2008

  a superstar on and off the field. you never stop amazing me. youre my favorite player right now and i feel like everytime you post on here i like you more and more. lots of respect for you

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  • DwayneBowe replied November 20, 2008

    Thanks.
    
    
• Lakerhater said November 19, 2008

  My prayers are with Frankie and his family!!! Life is so special enjoy what you have always!!!!

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  • DwayneBowe replied November 20, 2008

    You are right...life happens quick and we have to appreciate every moment. Thanks for keeping my boy Frankie in your prayers!!!!
• dmerola said November 19, 2008

  This is just amazing, and I Thank God everyday for people like you, not just a football player but a True person inside and out...

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  • DwayneBowe replied November 20, 2008

    I learned from some of the best...;) God First
• BRINKSTER said November 19, 2008

  D Bowe keep it up man. You're the kind of player kids can truly look up to as a role model.

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  • DwayneBowe replied November 20, 2008

    Thanks dude...that means a lot.
• KChiefs4life said November 19, 2008

  D Bowe the work you do on and off the field is just one of a kind, and Frankie keep your head up keep beliving and pushing. You will get there!! Good Luck Frankie!

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• TommyTheCat said November 20, 2008

  Very classy my man! Very classy!!! Best of luck the rest of the year!!!

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• deatricebsk said November 20, 2008

  Go Frankie...may GOD be with you and your family!

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• Justwannawinna said November 20, 2008

  I like it D-bowe stay real like this bro!

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• drkill4 said November 20, 2008

  D Bowe you are an inspiration to us all, a true role model the entire sporting world could emulate and look up to! Frankie, you are in my prayers! Keep it up, bud! Keep pushing forward, and keep God close! By the way, D, awesome touchdown last weekend! You are a major part of this organizations future! Take care, and keep burning defenses!

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• austindabull said November 20, 2008

  Dwayne, what your doing is amazing!! It is a huge releif to see someone who is a superstar reach out to others and really make a difference. Your are truly a special person. Frankie, keep pushing forward man!! You will never understand the huge impact you have on so many people. God Bless both of you!! You are both in my thoughts and prayers!!

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• DrCards said November 20, 2008

  Dwayne that's great that you're there for Frankie! Very kind & sweet of you. Frankie best of luck to you and keep up the hard work in rehab...my best to you!!! :o)

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• coger_sports said November 20, 2008

  Dwayne you're a true class act. It is great seeing an athlete of today working with and supporting a friend in their time of need. Frankie keep your head up and eyes to the sky man, you'll overcome this and ride again.

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• yanks2136242 said November 20, 2008

  It's great to know that you take the time and care so much about helping others. Best wishes Frankie!

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• BigRandy said November 21, 2008

  Keep ya head up Frankie, we'll be pullin for ya.

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• escgirl13 said November 21, 2008

  You are a wonderful person for taking the time to help out others. A great NFL role model!!!
  Also, Bless that Angel named April that is your partner! XO
  Con & Ava

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• frankie4fingaz said December 05, 2008

  yo i just wanna thank everyone for for being so supportive. may god bless u all. dbowe ur the man thanks for everything and just being there not just as a mentor but a true friend.

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• ssskcsportsfan said December 15, 2008

  Yo Dwayne its awesome when athetes take time to do things like this and are so helpful in the community. You are an inspiration to us all. Frankie keep believing you will be in my prayers.

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• Laugh_aZu_Live said February 26, 2009

  Hey DBo, I've been a big fan of yours since you strengthened my fantasy team two years ago. Then, I met April and Carlos here in Pittsburgh for pre-marital, and they told me about you and your foundation. When April told me about Frankie and his journey of hope to San Diego, I teared up. I was sooo touched by your humble generosity. I already had formed a very accurate portrayal of how you carry yourself on the field (ask April - hopefully she told you), but when she shared with me how deep your heart of compassion reached for Frankie beyond this video to your practice - I was floored, touched, and heartened knowing that God is using you to be the hand of Jesus extended. As a fan, let me tell you that we can tell when a player does his foundation work from their heart or for publicity, and You are someone is genuine, caring, and could care less about publicity. Just the fact that you were real in the video with Frankie- nothing was rehearsed, and there was no fancy editing. Thanks for all you do, and keep up the great work. I will see you in May in the Burgh.

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