Two teenagers were attacked by sharks in Florida over the weekend, with one of them still in critical condition and still undergoing treatment. Lulu Gribbin of Mountain Brook, Alabama, received a very special surprise at the hospital just days after losing an arm and a leg.
Rick Carl Good news from Rick Carl Gribbin shared photos on Facebook of his visit with the US Navy's famed Blue Angels flight demonstration unit, and his twin sister explained what happened.
The University of Alabama men's basketball head coach also showed his support for Lulu on Twitter after Karl shared a tweet saying one of Gribbin's rescuers had visited Lulu.
What an incredible, encouraging and joyful smile from Lulu in the face of real adversity. A testament to God's grace through her attitude towards this challenge. A true warrior! Showing incredible strength and courage in the face of real adversity. Please protect Lulu 🙏! Psalm 94:19 https://t.co/qre3v8SNds
— Nate Oats (@nate_oats) June 12, 2024
“Lulu has an incredibly uplifting smile in the face of truly difficult circumstances. Her attitude towards this challenge is a testament to God's grace. A true warrior! She has overcome real difficulties and shown incredible strength and courage. Please continue to protect Lulu. [prayers]“Psalm 94:19,” Oates tweeted.
Gribbin has been through some horrific events that have shaken everyone to their core, but she will no doubt be comforted by the support she receives from the great people of Alabama.
Michael Browner is a senior sports analyst and contributor to Yellow Hammer News. You can follow him on Twitter. translation: Listen to him weekdays from 6am to 9am. WNSP-FM 105.5's “Opening Kickoff” Available online for free.
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