Special Olympics

     When I was told that my classmates and I were going to go help with bowling for Special Olympics I wasn't very sure that I really wanted to go but I went anyway because it got me out of school. However honestly I had a blast. These people are just amazing and so full of life. It was great to be able to cheer them on and just be their "Cheerleader" for the day. Just watching these people bowl you see that no matter how bad or good they play they kept going and were determined to have a good time. I'm not saying that it was easy though. One of the ladies in my group was deaf, so it was difficult to talk to her. I think she could read lips nevertheless it was still a struggle. But just smiling and giving her a high five or a pat on the back just gave her this big smile. It’s a great feeling helping someone or just encouraging them. I strongly encourage anyone that has never been to Special Olympics to go. Help someone that is a little different. Just because someone may not act or talk the same way you do doesn’t make them un-human. It makes them different. And who wants to be the same as the person next to you? :D -Bobbi Jo