noNPRofit – adj. not existing or done for the purpose of making money
quote – v. to write or say the exact words of someone
civilian life – exp. life after one gets out of the military or armed services
vast – adj. very great in size, amount or extent
incarceration – v. to put someone in prison
miraculous – adj. very wonderful or amazing
flourish – v. to be very successful: to do very well