When the men were saved they were given sunglasses to where because they had been in the dark for over 2 months. Surprisingly all of the miners were healthy and only had minor concerns such as pneumonia and dental problems. Doctors said that the only thing that would be damaging would be themselves on an emotional level. There were no severe problems physically.On an interesting note they set a world record for survival underground! I found that pretty cool.
When the miners were rescued, everyone rejoiced all over the world. Especially the country of Chile. There were balloons and the blasting of their national anthem. This event was shown and written about all over the world. It was an emotional and glorious day for people around the world to witness this event.
I found some quotes that were interesting as well that had me thinking...
- I have been with God and with the devil," Sepulveda said later, in more reflective mood. "I seized the hand of God, it was the best hand. I always knew God would get us out of there." - 31-year-old Florencio Avalos
- "I thought I'd never see my wife again and that I wouldn't see the birth of my son."- Richard Villarroel
- "It's a new life about to begin," said Belgica Ramirez, the sister-in-law of Mario Gomez, the oldest of the miners saved.
These quotes really made me think. I thought about my relationship with God and how much faith they must of had being over 2041 feet under the surface of the earth for 69 days. I also thought about how not to take your life for granted and to thank God for everything that you have and no matter what he is there. Even at the worst time when you think he is not there, he is.
So true, Amelia. This story has inspired so many people and I really appreciate your slant on it. I actually wrote about it too!
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