Although I love all the winter sports downhill ski racing is close to my heart. My son raced downhill locally, regionally and nationally until he was almost fifteen years old. He also played soccer on the same levels of his skiing. He was offered a place on the national development soccer team but only if he hung up his skis. It was a heartbreaking decision but he hung up his skis and played soccer which got him a full ride university scholarship. Choices he made not influenced by me. I know TMI but all the athletes that have made it to the Olympics should be honored for their sacrifices and fortitude they show in today's life.
It's hard for us as we watch comfortably from home to fathom all the work and sacrifice the athletes put in to make it the Olympics. I have so much respect and admiration for all of them. Some of them work their whole lives to make it to the events and end up with a life-altering injury that forever changes their lives. It's a chance they all take in pursuit of their Olympic dreams.
I agree with you Sheryl, it is hard to imagine all the work that goes into an Olympic champion. I think that’s why we grieve with them in the losses and celebrate with them in the wins.
So important and often overlooked. I’ve known many Olympic athletes, and the sacrifices are enormous. Most don’t even medal, but they carry a pride, and sometimes regret, that lasts forever.
What an honouring of how commitment really looks…having led with the observation that it’s ’less of a career choice and more of a total reconstruction of your life’ you go on to really demonstrate this. An excellent post! ❤️❤️❤️
How cool is that Cat that he skied downhill but had to decide between two sports. I think all the Olympic athletes should be supported for their hard work and dedication. I’m always cheering them from home.
Although I love all the winter sports downhill ski racing is close to my heart. My son raced downhill locally, regionally and nationally until he was almost fifteen years old. He also played soccer on the same levels of his skiing. He was offered a place on the national development soccer team but only if he hung up his skis. It was a heartbreaking decision but he hung up his skis and played soccer which got him a full ride university scholarship. Choices he made not influenced by me. I know TMI but all the athletes that have made it to the Olympics should be honored for their sacrifices and fortitude they show in today's life.
Of my four brothers two were National wrestlers … both injured during the trials
So you know the training it takes as well as the heartache. Cheering out athletes on!!
It's hard for us as we watch comfortably from home to fathom all the work and sacrifice the athletes put in to make it the Olympics. I have so much respect and admiration for all of them. Some of them work their whole lives to make it to the events and end up with a life-altering injury that forever changes their lives. It's a chance they all take in pursuit of their Olympic dreams.
I agree with you Sheryl, it is hard to imagine all the work that goes into an Olympic champion. I think that’s why we grieve with them in the losses and celebrate with them in the wins.
So important and often overlooked. I’ve known many Olympic athletes, and the sacrifices are enormous. Most don’t even medal, but they carry a pride, and sometimes regret, that lasts forever.
I’m in awe of their work ethic and years of training. I always cheer them on from my couch.
What an honouring of how commitment really looks…having led with the observation that it’s ’less of a career choice and more of a total reconstruction of your life’ you go on to really demonstrate this. An excellent post! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you Esther. It is a lifetime sacrifice for the athletes that so few get advance.
I have so much admiration for these athletes!
I do too Mary Jo.
How cool is that Cat that he skied downhill but had to decide between two sports. I think all the Olympic athletes should be supported for their hard work and dedication. I’m always cheering them from home.