Hero boy, Michael Bowron, 8, 'hotwires' radio to save dad


	Hero boy, Michael Bowron, 8, 'hotwires' radio to save dad

clip-on-tie

10-28-2009 4:31 AM

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the epitome of courage

clip-on-tie says:

He's the bravest kid I know of....that's for sure.

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10-28-2009 7:40 AM

wiganfootie

Little Hero

10-28-2009 9:33 AM

bignosemousie

I am glad the kid was okay since he wasn't wearing a seat belt. How scary for everyone, but they kept their heads about them. Great ending.

10-28-2009 9:47 AM

lollipop10

What an inspiring and wonderful story--thanks for sharing that with us Clip-on.

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