Day 1 of swimming competition in anapolis went smoothly. Other than long sitting which gave me back pain and loud cheering noises, I generally enjoy watching the competitions as young kids get emotional, either anxious, stressed, happy, relieved, or crying. Each emotion is beautiful in my eyes because it shows they care, they have high expectations for themselves. And don’t let me even start with the parents, they are everything, 99% proud of their kids no matter what place they got.
I was so glad to be the hug buddy for Lizzy before her completion. She was clearly very nervous.
She did well, improved more than 2 secs in her 50 meter free style, even accelerated the last 10 meters. I’m very proud, just as all the other parents, by her attitude and effort.
One more day and I can finally sleep in my bed.
