Rockford's Jake Schemmel had a horrible year. One of the 18-year-old Michigan State student's closest friends died in a terrible accident, another committed suicide and he, himself, almost lost his life in a boating accident. But out of tragedy comes triumph. His video is being seen all around the world. The seven minutes spent watching it will lift you up and give you courage to make thru another day. Great Job Jake!

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