Seeking Opportunities

 It is no secret that I have had a difficult start to my year. While it may prevent me from doing everything I would like to do, it doesn’t stop me from seeking opportunities. It has actually helped my mindset to seek out opportunity. 

Last weekend I was unable to partake in all of the events I would have liked , but it also presented new opportunities that I haven’t been able to take part in previously, and I learned a great deal, and had a wonderful day at the Tiger Challenge. 

Yesterday was the Farmers Day parade, and it was so Fantastic!! Again, I was a little apprehensive to be a part of it, as I knew I wouldn’t be able to walk the parade much, but I wasn’t going to let that stop me. Even getting on and off the trailer was presenting challenges lol. But again I was able to take advantage of an opportunity that may otherwise not had presented itself. I was able to be a part of the parade dressed as Po, the Kung Fu Panda. I set myself up on top of the parade vehicle (after much discussion with Todai Kohut 😂), and brought Po to life. I had a blast!! To the young and not so young, I challenged them to some kung fu moves, and from the little bit I could see, they were greatly entertained, with big laughs all around. I danced to the drum, and tried to bring the excitement of Kung Fu to all on the sidelines. I was told after that the Panda was a great hit with the crowd. I think I even got a small chuckle from my mom today regaling the day with her lol. 

This team is also such a great inspiration to me, and helps to lift me up when I am down. Great participation from those that joined in the parade, decorating, walking, and entertaining the crowd. Amazing job by Sidai S. Csillag and Todai Thelwall with the lion dance and demo. Sofia Csillag, I know you are not used to being the head much, and Todai Thelwall, your very first lion dance!!! I cannot express how inspiring you both are, and how great you did!! Sihing and Todai Kohut, the float was amazing!! You both inspire me with your endless engagement, and wonderful ideas to bring our school to the world. Had there been placements, I am sure we would have won 1st place!! To all you, thank you for making the day such a great one! 

Opportunities are endless to be engaged, to be a part of this team, and this school, and I am grateful everyday for all of it, and all of you.