Tag Archives: Oklahoma Special Olympics

The Race

Posted on May 12, 2012 by grandawn

Her gait is awkward Progress is laborious Straining to focus on the target Stumbling as she manipulates her body down the track Determination evidenced in each muscle of her face and body She hears the words of encouragement The cheers … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Together

Posted on May 11, 2012 by grandawn

This was, actually, the photo challenge for last week, but these pictures so fit that challenge. Yesterday, in my attempt to circumvent the pity party to which I had succumbed, I continued volunteering at the Oklahoma Special Olympics at Oklahoma State University. … Continue reading →

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When You Feel Sorry for Yourself. . .

Posted on May 10, 2012 by grandawn

Okay – I have to admit it – I’ve been having quite a pity party since I got the word in March that I was being hit by a company-wide layoff. I had worked for the company almost five years … Continue reading →

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