Every now and then you meet someone who deserves to be recognized, not for the number of caches that they found, or the number of counties they’ve cached in or some of the other commonly recognized stats, but rather what they have done for others in the geocaching community. ks9wi is one of those people. Keith was the first visitor that I had in the hospital after I severely broke my leg last May. He kept in touch throughout the entire recovery process. In July Keith (and k0rpl) organized a very successful event called Cachers Rehab. That alone really kept me going during what was a long recovery period in which I was unable to participate in any caching activities. As soon as I was able to get around somewhat with crutches, Keith took it upon himself to help me get out and find a number of local caches that had been hid since my injury. I’ll never forget the joy I experienced of finding sixteen caches that first day (as well as the almost total exhaustion). Almost every weekend after that day Keith took the time to go out “caching with a cripple”. I’m sure that he could have racked up really big numbers during that period, but he chose to continue to help with my rehab. I’ve recovered physically almost 90% now, and today Keith and I did 4 caches together, ending with a mile long hike on the last find. I am so grateful to Keith for his friendship and all of the caching we’ve done together this summer. Please join me in giving Keith a big “pat on the back”.
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