Sometimes the best opportunities come from the most challenging situations. When I was in sixth grade I stress fractured my hip. Of course, this was a real disappointment just like it always is when any young, athletic kid hurts him or herself. However the timing of it couldn’t have been worse. This happened right at the beginning of my ski racing season, right when all my friends and I were anticipating how fun the upcoming season would be, and whether we would make it to Championships or not.
When I found out I could not participate in any physical activities for the next few months, I was devastated. Not only because I couldn’t participate, but because everyone around me was doing what I wanted to do so badly. Every morning on the weekends,
When I found out I could not participate in any physical activities for the next few months, I was devastated. Not only because I couldn’t participate, but because everyone around me was doing what I wanted to do so badly. Every morning on the weekends,