Last week I finished the book Insurgent so I had to choose a different book to read this week. I chose to read Grace, Gold & Glory. It was written by Gabrielle Douglas, 2012 London Olympic women gymnastics all-around gold medalist. This book is a biography consisting of Gabby's struggles and victories through out her life. It also includes tons of detailed information on her journey to the Olympics. She describes some of the sacrifices her family and coaches had to make for her to have the opportunity to go to the Olympics.
I chose to read this book because a major part of my life relates to the things Gabby had to go through, just not as extreme. Gabby also explains how she overcame fears and struggles and how she would pray certain scriptures based on her situation. This relates back to me because all gymnast experience fears when throwing new skills and trying to accomplish new goals. I think if I try some of her approaches towards fear maybe I could have some better results when overcoming them or controlling them.
Reading Log:
September 17th: Grace, Gold and Glory- 40 minutes
September 18th: In class reading- Grace, Gold and Glory- 10 minutes
September 19th: In class reading- Grace, Gold and Glory- 10 minutes
September 20th: In class reading- Grace, Gold and Glory- 10 minutes
September 21st: Grace, Gold and Glory- 60 minutes
Total Time: 130 minutes Total Pages: 180 pages (7-187)
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