In Memory of
Eunice Kennedy Shriver,
founder of Special Olympics.
Sweet son receiving the torch from a teammate for the last leg of the run up to the top of the stadium.
Darling daughter being greeted by daddy at the finish line. This was her first year competing, she was 8years old.
My sweet son soaring.
Darling daughter in a new event, the Turbo-Jav.
Sweet son receiving a medal.
He's very competitive.
He wants the gold!
Darling daughter receiving her first of many medals, more than 5 years ago. Getting one from the local Sheriff was cool.
But she really likes getting them from firemen!
These photos are from our local track event over the years. My kids have also competed in basketball, bowling, and golf. They have gone on to regionals and Nor-Cal state championships. Two of our local athletes made it all the way to the world games. One went several years ago to Ireland to compete in bowling, the other won Gold at the Summer games in China last year in golf.
If you would like to volunteer for something that doesn't take a lot of time check out your local organization. Of course you could easily become addicted to these wonderful athletes and dedicate your life to Special Olympics like several of our local volunteers. Click here to see the sweet faces of our special friends at the most recent track event. We weren't able to participate this year in track for various reasons so we were thrilled when the local paper did a pictorial.
Special Olympics is so much more than sport. We have come a long way since Mrs Shriver's own sister was kept out of the public eye solely because she had an intellectual disability. When we adopted our children we had no idea how much enrichment they would bring to our lives. Although we face many obstacles, their innocence, joy and enthusiasm lift us daily.
Thank You Mrs. Shriver, for the insight to bring millions of incredible souls out of the darkness by simply allowing them to throw a ball, run a race, or score a basket. You opened a door to tolerance, acceptance and eventually to independence.
