A marathon covers the distance from the Ohio River to Kings Island. Running takes devotion. Bumping along it in a nylon buggy with no shock absorbers takes guts. So Jim and Brendan, so different in age, location and ability, are brothers in perseverance. And Jim saw his chance to help his little brother along.
Life is like that sometimes.
Our biggest moments aren't always those when we're at the top of the pedestal, a medal swinging from our necks. Athletes are made by laps in a pool, miles on a track. Champions are made by exertions of the human spirit. Jim Terrell doesn't have to bring home gold to be one. You will see him Wednesday as he competes in the 500-meter canoe race.