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Monday, January 24, 2011

My Swimming Events

 I am happy to announce my events for the World Games! Coach Phil emailed me to say " Congratulations, you are swimming the 50 Freestyle and 50 Backstroke. " When I go to training camp in March he will set me up with a relay team. When I find out who is on my relay team I will let you know.

Learn Greek with Me
The World Games are 5 months away. Help me learn Greek.
swimming = κολύμπι
Swimming is pronounced ko-lim-bi  (ka-limb-bee)

Thursday, January 6, 2011

News Article About Me

RWJ Fitness Center Staff decided to write an article about me because they have seen me work very hard with Special Olympics. They see me swimming with Evan every Wednesday and they knew I won 3 gold medals at the National Games in Lincoln, Nebraska this past summer.

Please read the article about myself and other people who inspire.
Successes to Celebrate & Inspire

Monday, January 3, 2011

Details of My Trip to Greece

Sorry to all my followers. I've been so busy with swimming that I have not been able to write on my blog. But I have more good news to share!!!

1. I found out my coach is named Phil. Coach Phil lives in Maryland. He coached the SO swim team at the World Games in China. I'm really excited to meet and train with him.

2. I leave to go to training camp in San Diego on Sunday, March 27th. I'm really excited to train with my team, but a little nervous to meet all these new people.

3. On Sunday, July 19th I fly to Greece. For 4 days I will train, sight see, & meet a Greek host family in Rhodes. Rhodes is an is island off of Greece.





4. After meeting, "My Family" in Rhodes we're going to take a 12 hour ship ride to Athens for the swim competition.

5. The competition is going to be outdoors! The swimming events will take place at the Aztec Outdoor Venue. I've never competed in an outdoor pool, so i feel a little nervous and excited at the same time. I love to swim! It doesn't mater where I swim--inside or outside.

I'm looking forward to spending time with my Greek family and competing. Talk to you soon. 
Happy New Year!