When I came to boot camp I was already in my forties and gaining weight rapidly. I have athsma and had never jogged but a very short distance. The things that I accomplished in my 4 months as a camper amazed me! The instructors made me believe that I could do anything I put my mind to! I was so excited about this and wanted to spread the fever!! I told everyone who would listen about camp. They of course thought I had lost my mind even though they could see the results for themselves. I have yet to convince any of my friends to sign up!
More than all of that, when I saw this group of instructors, I saw a very diverse group of fun people who were inspiring and accepting. They were going to allow me, this extremely shy and awkward person who hates to walk into anywhere by herself to be part of them. How can this be?? How could I ever do what they do? I have since learned that everyone of us is an inspiration to someone! Every camper just wants a little help to get through this process and just by being there and saying good morning to them, we are making a difference in their lives. Me, the girl who thought she would never amount to anything is making a difference to someone. I do not have to be the smartest, the funniest, the fastest, or the strongest to make a difference. I just have to say Hi and care!
Love to all the inspirations in my life!! You are an amazing group of people and I am proud to call you my friends!
Dori
P.S. Somebody get me a tissue!!
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