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Last fall, when Sam joined the competitive gymnastics team, I knew that there would not really be an ends to the means - that he was working out with the team because he enjoyed it (and so we could carpool!) but that he would not be able to compete in the meets as they don't have male events...

So when our gym hosted a meet last weekend, I was overwhelmed at how they went out of their way to allow Sam to participate in all the events that he had been working on with the team!

It truly made all the practices and drives to Rifle worth it just to see Sam be a part of the team, participating with his friends at all the events and even getting judged! (he did quite well) And when it came time for the places to be announced and the medals awarded, the gym again went out of their way to acknowledge Sam and his efforts on the team. My heart was bursting for him - and despite the fact that he says he doesn't necessarily feel the need to compete, I know it meant a lot to him to be included. He loves his team and his sport - I can't wait to see what he will do next!