Louisville's Extreme Home Makeover

ABC's Extreme Home Makeover crew hit Louisville this week to build a home for Patrick Hughes and his family. If you've ever seen the Louisville marching band recently, then you know Patrick.His dad assists him in marching with the band by pushing him in a wheelchair. And he's not just doing that for show. Patrick plays a mean trumpet and piano, despite his disabilities. He was born with no eyes and a disability which confines him to a wheelchair because he cannot extend his arms or legs fully.

What is amazing about Patrick is that he (and his dad...) do not let this stop them. It is an amazing story of the love his Dad has for him and what you can accomplish when you put your mind to it.

ABC's started this last Wednesday and demolished the old house early on Day 2. Here is a picture of the house as of Sunday night...notice that it is COMPLETE and there is even the first coat of paint on the interior. AMAZING. Joe Pusateri is the builder on this project and his Mom works at our office. Joe is a nice guy and has done one whale of a job. I will bet that this is truly an experience of a lifetime for him.




The good folks at ABC have also sent Patrick and his family to meet (according to rumors) with a couple of MAJOR recording stars...and  to enjoy a week's vacation. They also have re-done the University of Louisville band practice field as part of the makeover. Kudos to them.

Anyway, this is set to air during the February sweeps...when you see it, be sure to drop a comment.

Enjoy.

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