America's Scrapbook 2007

Real Heroes: See Who Inspires You

Soldiers. Firefighters. And some really brave kids. Meet the people who changed these readers' lives

2 of 8

Beth Cortez of Thibodaux, La., writes: "This picture is of my son, Tristan, in April. He's holding his port in his hand – it used to be where that scar is on his chest – which means NO MORE CHEMO. He is such a tough little guy and he is my hero."