Wedding Ceremony Script Has Special Meaning
A special wedding ceremony script held Jan. 20 at the Oxford Public Library was the latest event to be inspired by Rick Hoyt of Boston, a nonspeaking quadriplegic. Mr. Hoyt, in a wheelchair, and his father, Dick Hoyt of Holland, have gained national fame as “Team Hoyt,” participating in marathons, triathlons and other competitions across the country
Rick’s mother, Judy A. Hoyt of Union, Conn., was also inspired by her son to work for the disabled. She helped draft Massachusetts’ groundbreaking special education law, known as Chapter 766, and founded Kamp for Kids in 1976 in Westfield, where children with and without disabilities enjoy summer fun together. Read more…
