HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - A leader. An aviator. A problem-solver. These are just a few words to describe the woman who is the center of this edition of “Women of True Grit.”
Host Edie Hand introduces us to Peggy Lee Wright.
Growing up in a military family laid the foundation for her interest in serving our country, which would eventually lead her to become a Blackhawk pilot in the U.S. Army.
Wright’s motto in life is “embrace the suck,” meaning that even if you fail at something, perseverance is key to becoming a better person, professionally and personally.
Watch part one for the beginning of Peggy Lee Wright’s story- from childhood to her military career.
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Wright shared more of her story in part two, including the inspiration behind starting her business and fighting a battle against stage 3 Lymphoma.
Watch part two of Peggy Lee Wright’s story below.
Wright’s story shows that being a fighter, despite any obstacle, is what really defines a ‘Woman of True Grit’.
You can find more inspiring stories from Edie Hand on her website, linked here.
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