Fridays are FABULOUS...and so is Simone Manuel!
I've been following this young lady for quite some time. Though she currently resides in the Houston area her roots arefrom New Orleans.
A swimmer who competes at the highest level, Simone is an Olympic Champion and Medalist.
I was tremendously inspired by one of her FB posts during the Olympics. In my mind it sums up what it means to Go for the Gold in everything.
God is not finished with me yet!
No doubt, I’ll remember this point in my career forever. Not the fact that I didn’t make the Olympic final or come home with an individual medal, but the fact that I gave it my all. That I didn’t give up. That I finished what I started. I faced adversity at every turn this year, and at times, I didn’t know if I would make it this far or if it was even worth putting myself out there to possibly fail. I didn’t reach my goals this time around, but I didn’t fail.
I can confidently say I’m a champion! Not because of the medals I’ve won but because of how I’ve consistently fought for what I believe in, my perseverance, and my fiery passion to always be me! I’m proud of Simone the 2X Olympian/5X Olympic medalist, but most importantly I’m proud to just be ME… Simone Ashley Manuel!
Time to rest up and heal my mind, body, and spirit! The flame inside of me is still burning, and I’m ready for whatever God has prepared for me next!
Reference: Simone Manual's Facebook post July 31, 2021
Thank you Simone Ashley Manuel. Your words are encouraging and inspiring. Though I'm not an athlete, I understand that the struggle is real. I hope to see you in Paris.
Friday's are FABULOUS and so is Simon Manuel.
Go For The Gold!