To Brett, Gabby, and Sam: there are absolutely no words to describe the experience for my daughter Taylor and myself. I spent the first day completely overwhelmed at the transformation I saw in my child. She struggles with anxiety and depression and I was worried she would get overwhelmed. Between the momentary one on one and the high fives, you made my daughter feel like an Olympic champion! She is a shy girl not confident in her entries or turns, and you helped her to transform herself into a confident 11 year old. Saturday I spent wiping my eyes because my daughter was taking part in the experience of a lifetime, and Sunday I spent beaming with pride at what I was seeing. I volunteered at the check in table both days and your interaction with her left such a lasting impression. But more than anything, I am grateful for this opportunity and even more proud of her than I have ever been. You didn’t just help her. You helped me!
- Joy Cottrell
- Swimmer: Age 11
- Jenison, Michigan
