So many women dream of walking down the aisle on their wedding day, but for Katie Hughes, it would take a lot more than wishing for her to make it happen. After a horrific car accident left her paralyzed from the waist down, it looked like she would never make it to the altar–not on her own two feet, at least. (Or so it would seem.)
Through sheer will and hard work, Katie made her dream possible. With the help of a world-class trainer and the love of her friends, family, and fiance, she was able to do what she needed to do to make her way down the aisle without the aid of a wheelchair.
Katie after the horrific accident.
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Katie after a tough rehab session.
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A beautiful shot from their wedding.
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Katie and Odie.
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If you thought that was impressive, you need to see Katie walking down the aisle.
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Yes, she did it.
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Getting a little help from her husband on the way out.
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Their first dance as a married couple.
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Katie inspiring others who too rely on the help of a wheelchair.
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And they lived happily ever after.
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Watch Katie make her way down the aisle in real time. WARNING: you’ll want to grab a couple of tissues before pressing play.
(via Today, Pray for Katie)
If seeing Katie make her way down the aisle doesn’t inspire your or fill you with joy, I just don’t know what to tell you. You can continue to follow her journey by liking her Facebook page and watching TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress” on January 2nd.
