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Patrick O'Brien

One man’s accelerated perspective on life… by Aaron Henkin Patrick O'Brien has experienced what he calls 'enlightenment by shotgun.' In 2005, he was diagnosed with a debilitating terminal illness: ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. But instead of giving in to resentment, he's made the decision to live every remaining moment as beautifully as possible.