Saturday, August 4, 2012

Go USA!!!

I love the Olympics!  London 2012 has not disappointed! Michael Phelps has achieved what no other athlete in the world has - an unprecedented 22 Olympic Medals - 18 of them Gold!  World records have been shattered and set, as well as Olympic records.  I love to watch people do what they're best at doing.  The passion these athletes bring to their respective sports is more than impressive - it's inspirational.  All of this achievement and excellence and passion - what's not to love?

But my favorite part is the stories.  Every one of these athletes, from every country, has a story.  All of the stories contain elements of talent, skill, hard work, passion. But many of them also have elements of sacrifice - often heartbreaking sacrifice.  These stories touch my heart in a way that I have found to be unique to the Olympics for me. These stories are the main reason I can barely peel myself away from the TV for the duration of the Games!  Eight more exciting days!!!


1 comment:

  1. I'm with you Charity! I love the Olympics! Loved little Gabby Douglas' story and her speech after she won the Gold! Giving it all to God! You've got to love that!

    Enjoy the rest!

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