May 14, 2009
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The Finish Line Is Just The Beginning
There seem to be too many stories about kids bullying each other and being disrespectful these days. I have a 13 year old cousin and the stories my Aunt tells me about what the girls in her classes say and do these days are baffling. Growing up, at any age (whether you’re a boy or girl) is sure not easy. I was fortunate enough to have strong confident women around me to keep me in line. Because of those women I have been able to keep getting up when I’ve fallen down over the years. They have undoubtedly helped me far more than they could ever know- to find success in my life. I feel so very lucky. (Mom, could I ever really say thank you enough or tell you how much I love you?)
Some girls might not be as lucky as I was/am to have those influential people to give them confidence. Fortunately there are groups like these out there for them. Girls On The Run was created to help girls build confidence and healthy lifestyles. I have such respect for these types of programs, the teachers of the world and anyone who works to mentor young people. What would we do without you?
Thank you Mom, Aunt Peg, Grandma, Traci, all the ladies involved with GOTR and the other wonderful women who work so hard to be positive role models. We really are paying attention and can’t wait to be just like you.
