witha'K'quilting Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ok...I am bragging just a bit here...but after the rough go, medically, we have faced in my family the past couple of years, I felt this was too great of news NOT to share. Eric, my 5th grader, 10 years old, 4th in the lineup of my 7 children...placed 3rd in the Lemelson Young Inventions category at the Nevada State Science/Inventions Fair. His invention is to help the blind through wayfinding technology that is not quite yet developed. He wishes to go to a military academy and then help veterans. He is a phenomenal kid: top of his class, a great athlete, and now a science fair winner. We are stoked at my house. This was great news to receive today...and I wanted to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Kristina, Let me be the first to congratulate Eric. We're looking forward to hearing he's been accepted into an academy. Go Navy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 That's awesome. You have a great bunch of kids Surely it's a reflection of you and daddy's devotion, love, attention... and genetics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted April 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Thanks ladies. He has a few years before the Academy...but is hoping on Westpoint. He got the idea for this invention 2 years back while playing a video game that guides you through military operations by way of voice commands. He was excited to finally write up his idea and submit it to the local science fair. They felt it was worth a further glance at state. Who knew he would win a prize? We never expected it. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenslug Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Kristina, Congratulations to your Eric. That is wonderful. I have two legally blind grandchildren (who are both in college). They can see and use a special headset to further enhance when they have trouble reading. They are, also, interested in science and doing things for the completely blind. Sounds like Eric will go far in this world. Think about you and your family often and always have them in my prayers. God bless. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations to Eric!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltingjoyful51 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Way to go Eric!!!! I also pray for your family often. Thanks for sharing the great news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmland Quilter Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Always good to hear positive things about young people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations Eric.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarieBrewer Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Many congrats to all of you. He didn't achieve success without family support!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nineva Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Wow...awesome. Start making connections with your state senators. They play a huge role in getting appointed to any of the military academies. That is just so great. Sounds like you have an amazing son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcclannan Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Moms are allowed to brag about their kids. He deserves a huge pat on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 That's such wonderful news!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Wow Kristina! That is some project for a kid so young. Eric should be very proud of himself and you are justifiably proud of him. Congratulations to you both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iedquilts Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulation. - what and achievement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Way to go Eric! That is just awesome. Big congratulations and Kristina thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations Eric!!! Way to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoseCity Quilter Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations! Your family is due this good news.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merryjo2003 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 That's great new! Sounds like this kid will go far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connieb Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 That's awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anicatt Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Oh Kristina - that's FANTASTIC! Well done Eric! ..... what's next ???? :) - Ani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestieMom Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations to Eric! You have a right to be proud, Mom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathG Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Congratulations Eric, very well done !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gail O Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Well done Eric! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Way to go, Eric! Congratulations!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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