They say' Guns don't kill people, people kill people". That is true however the easier availability makes it happen easily and more often. Suicide rate is high amongst people who have easy access to guns, alcohol and drugs. My culture teaches me to say no to smoking/alcohol/drugs/guns/ premarital sex. I understand the purpose behind why we force our kids to abstain from bad things. By not drinking/ smoking in front of them poses a great example and they are more likely to follow suit. Say No to Bad habits and make changes in your life first so that your kids will learn what they see.

Story of Tatyana Mcfaddan: Where there is a will there is a way--- True? Yes. However you think she would have achieved this if she was still in the orphanage in Russia?

http://articles.baltimoresun.com/2014-03-12/sports/bal-tatyana-mcfadden-wins-silver-in-womens-1kilometer-sit-sprint-20140312_1_tatyana-mcfadden-winter-paralympics-clarksville

She was born in Russsia, was moved to orphanage, adopted by an american single mom, moved to America, and excelled in Wheelchair sports while growing up. Having an opportunity to not only participate in Olympics but wining a medal tells a story of an individual who had an extraordinary life. I am truly inspired after reading her story. Sheer perseverance, support of family and a country that provides opportunities and facilities to it's citizen is what she had. 'Will' alone was not enough.
Being Indian, I can't imagine a paraplegic woman being self sufficient, working and making a living on her own. Participating in a sport is almost impossible. How I wish that the opportunity she got was available to folks all around the world... That is a dream, which I do not know if it will be fulfilled in my lifetime.