Both the OPs story and Logan's sure makes me feel bad for ever complaining about "how hard I have it"... Stories like these make me want to push myself a little bit harder and be even better, because there are some who have to work that much harder to get where we are, and they turned out great (and usually have a better attitude than most)....
Thanks again for sharing your story.. I know it could be one that is easily kept to yourself, but EVERYONE needs a little inspiration sometimes. Keep us updated how training goes for you and if there are any difficulties you do encounter, come on back for more support... Not to mention you never know who you may be helping further down the road....