Gabby Douglas finished with gold metals in the individual and team all-around in gymnastic routines. This in my opinion was a most remarkable achievement for this 16 year old.
Let me also point out that she is also the first African-American woman to win gold in these categories. Gabby possess not only skill but a most effervescense and gregarious personality that has endear her in the hearts of millions around world .
In addition to that she has shown humility and has sent pre-event religious tweets that seem to display her faith based convictions as reported by the media.
After her victory she said,” And I give all glory to God. Its kind of a win-win situation. The glory goes up to him and the blessings fall down on me.”
She will be a true roll model to many young girls who want to be just like her. She has shown the world that at 4’11” one can acccomplish anything if a person puts their mind to it.
She has truely lived the American dream. You go girl!
Frederick R. Bedell Jr.
Glen Oaks Village
