The American G. Volans: The Flying Squirrel
For now, this is it; this is high-five time.
This is a newly enjoyable venue,
The Fierce Five, especially you
Ought to be proud by taking considerable time,
To relax, enjoy your success,
And by ignoring the delusional critics who thought less
Of you a minute ago. You are the champion,
The former under-dog that yesterday stood
No chance of winning anything. The neighborhood
Loves you unconditionally. You are the modest lion,
Who made history in the arena. You are the agile squirrel,
Who has no fear for speed and height.
You know how to flash your God-given might.
You are young, strong, genuine and beautiful.
(Beauty is not truly well defined in our society.)
You simply have to keep on practicing consistently,
As in the past. With the help of the Almighty;
All things are possible. You possess great ingenuity,
And incredible determination. The sky is not your limit,
You will undoubtedly fly beyond: you are the champion.
You know how to lose gracefully and how to win.
You are young, strong, genuine and beautiful.
You are Gabby Douglas-Volans, the flying squirrel,
Who will not give up. You are the unselfish teammate,
Who makes unheard-of sacrifices for all.
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poem by Hebert Logerie
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